Senior Financial Analyst

SAAB; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial oversight and analysis for defense contracts. This position emphasizes close collaboration with program teams to ensure compliance, budget management, and process improvements, while benefiting from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

Tuition assistance

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with pivot tables.
• Experience in U.S. DoD contracting industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned contracts and track financial performance.
• Monitor customer invoicing and improve cash flow.
• Prepare and present financial reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle E-business Suite

Job description

East Syracuse NY or Quincy, Massachusetts,

Saab, Inc. Autonomous & Undersea Systems islooking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our growing organization. This position reports directly to theAutonomous & Undersea Systems Controller and provides a wide range of financial support for defense contract execution and internal cost management.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Support assigned contracts, interfacing with program teams to track, forecast and improve financial performance

Financial oversight of program revenue, cash flow, expenditures, estimates at completion and variances to plan

Support Earned Value Management analysis through collaboration with program teams

Support the development and maintenance of program budgets/baselines, from initial work authorization through program completion

Review program contracts to ensure business compliance with all clauses and regulations

Monitor and coordinate customer invoicing with internal Billing team and identify opportunities to improve business cash flow performance

Work cross functionally to help ensure contracts are executing to plan and delivering on schedule

Support proposal costing and pricing efforts including cash flow analysis and review of request for proposal (RFP) clauses for compliance

Advise program team members and senior management on the financial health of programs and overhead budgets

Prepare and present various ad hoc external and internal financial reporting

Work with Program Managers and business Controller to ensure program forecasts are accurately reflected in business P&L and cash flow projections for the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning

Provide ongoing input and initiative towards process improvement efforts. Work collaboratively with the broader Finance and Program teams to identify, propose and implement process improvement initiatives to enable more accurate and efficient reporting.

Compensation Range: $78,900-98,600

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting, or relevant field of study

MBA degree preferred, but not required

6+ years of relevant experience

Financial analysis experience in the U.S. DoD contracting industry preferred

Required Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Excel including but not limited to pivot tables, formulas and graphing

Proficient with US GAAP, IFRS and other general accounting rules and principles

Familiar with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts, systems and reporting

U.S. Government contracting experience desired, including familiarity with FAR, DFARS and CAS rules and regulations

Strong analytical and communication skills and ability to multi-task

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to interface and work cross functionally and work effectively with various levels of the organization

Effective use of critical thinking to solve problems

Desired Experience and Skills:

Familiarity with Oracle E-business Suite or other ERP systems, Cobra and other financial management software helpful, but not required

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.