Principal Financial Analyst

BAE Systems, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 92,180 - 156,707; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team in the United States.

The role focuses on leading analysts, partnering with program managers and teams to develop baselines, monitor performance, and investigate variances throughout the program life cycle. You will provide financial decision support to stakeholders, track and report on projects of varying contract types, and ensure compliance with DFAR/FAR, CAS and related systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 6+ years experience
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel)
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem solving, research and analytical skills
• Ability to work cooperatively across multiple finance and non-finance functions
• Working knowledge of EACs, Budget Planning, and cost types/flows
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead existing Analysts by example and mentor junior staff
• Serve as the financial business partner for key programs
• Develop program baselines, monitor performance and investigate variances
• Provide financial decision support to stakeholders to minimize risk and maximize return
• Track, analyze, and report on projects of varying contract types and sizes
• Support project execution with financial analysis from inception to closeout
• Prepare data for cost proposals, contract reviews, forecasts and variance explanations
• Participate in program and project reviews
• Ensure compliance with DFAR/FAR, CAS, and related estimating systems

Skills

Leadership

Prioritization

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel)

Hyperion Planning

Oracle ERP

Job description

BAE is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team:

Job Description

• Lead existing Analysts by example
• Serve as the financial business partner for several key programs
• Assist the program manager and program teams with developing program baselines, monitoring performance, investigating root causes of program performance variances, and assisting program managers in development of corrective action plans to address and mitigate program variances.
• Provide financial decision support to key stakeholders focused on minimizing risk and maximizing return of program profit by managing financial requirements and program execution.
• Provide tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size and complexity.
• Work independently as well as in a cross-functional team environment
• Utilize strong communication skills to interface with Program Management Organization (PMO) team and others including; project managers, technical staff, subcontractors and customers in support of PMO activities
• Responsible project start-up and close-out as well as monthly program revenue, cost management, and profit recognition over the life of the program.
• Supports project execution by performing financial analysis and other program support related to the technical and business resources needed to achieve program objectives; includes pre/post-award project activities from inception through closeout
• Develops and reviews financial data for inclusion in cost proposals, contract reviews, forecasts and variance explanations.
• Participate in program and project reviews.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, DFAR/FAR, CAS, estimating systems and disclosure statements as well as interprets changes to understand impact on programs.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to lead existing Analysts by example while taking the lead on selected projects/initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 6+ years related work experience
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel)
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
• Problem solving and in-depth research and analytical skills
• Ability to work cooperatively across multiple finance and non-finance functions
• Working knowledge of EACs, Budget Planning, and cost types/flows

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in project forecasting and analysis within a large defense contractor or manufacturing environment a plus
• DFARS Estimating System compliance knowledge a plus
• Hyperion Planning and Excel Smart View add-in experience a plus
• Oracle ERP experience a plus
• MBA or advanced Degree a plus

Pay Information

• Full-Time Salary Range: $92180 - $156707

Employee Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• employee assistance program
• legal plan
• discounts on home, auto, pet insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program
• other incentives based on position level and/or job specifics

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.