Principal Financial Analyst - Phoenix AZ

VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 92,180 - 156,707; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs seeks an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team in Phoenix, AZ. Lead analysts, act as the financial partner for key programs, and assist managers in developing baselines, monitoring performance, and addressing variances to protect program profitability.

You will provide financial decision support, track and report on projects of varying contract types, and collaborate with PMO, project managers, subcontractors, and customers to ensure

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead existing Analysts by example.
• Serve as the financial business partner for several key programs.
• Assist the program manager and teams with developing baselines, monitoring performance, and investigating variances.
• Provide financial decision support to stakeholders to minimize risk and maximize program profit.
• Track, analyze, and report on projects of varying contract type, size and complexity.
• Interface with PMO and other stakeholders to support program objectives.
• Ensure compliance with DFAR/FAR, CAS, and estimating systems.

Skills

Lead Analysts by example

MS Excel

Multitasking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

EACs and Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

Hyperion Planning

Excel Smart View

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

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

• 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.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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