Senior Financial Analyst
Safran Group
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Safran Aerosystems USA, located at Wall Township, New Jersey, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to support FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver financial insights, drive performance, and assist with the annual budget and strategic planning processes.
The role offers a path within a global aerospace leader, with a focus on profitability, cost control, and data-driven decision making in a fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of FP&A experience.
- Strong budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis skills.
Responsibilities
- Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis.
- Provide actionable financial insights to stakeholders.
- Coordinate monthly/quarterly close and reporting processes.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Senior Financial Analyst
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.
Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.
2026-187732
Performance and Support
Finance and management - Management control
Senior Financial Analyst
Permanent
Employees / Staff
Full-time
Safran Aerosystems' Wall Township, New Jersey facility is home to the North American headquarters of our Evacuation Systems Business Unit (SEV). Here, you will help design, manufacture, maintain, and support life-saving aircraft evacuation systems, including emergency slides, life rafts, and flotation devices.
Building on more than a century of innovation, our teams play a critical role in the development, certification, and production of advanced aerospace safety equipment used around the world. As part of Safran's global Aerosafety Division, you'll contribute to technologies that help protect millions of passengers and crew members every year. You will also enjoy the collaborative culture and agility of a human-scale site backed by the strength and opportunities of a global aerospace leader.
Be part of a team that is driven by a strong culture, guided by shared values, and committed to making a positive impact giving back to the communities where we live and work.
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis. The ideal candidate will partner with finance and business stakeholders to provide actionable financial insights, improve reporting processes, and support strategic decision-making.
This role is a key member of the local Finance team with high visibility within the company.
- Development the financial monitoring of the profitability by product/program (Forecast and analysis)
- Develop a process, methodology and tool to support the financial monitoring of engineering activity (RTDI expenditures)
- Ensure that workload/capacity analysis is duly performed for engineering activities
- Provide financial insights through dashboards and performance reporting to support business decisions.
- Coordinate and support the preparation of the yearly MTP / budget and monthly financial reforecasts (i.e. profit & loss, cash flows, etc.) and maintain other planning and control procedures.
- Support Controller, CFO, and the Corporate Financial team, by collecting, preparing, reviewing and publishing various monthly financial reports (income statements, WCR, forecasts, headcount, KPI, etc.) according to published schedules
- Review monthly reports to help identify trends, variances, and track performance by comparing actual results to forecasts
- Maintain Financial Reporting process documentatio n
- Performs other duties as assigned by management
- Coordinate cross-functionally with Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Program Management teams to resolve cost issues and improve financial performance
- Support the CFO with special projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
At Safran, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a global leader in aerospace, we foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence.
We believe professional growth is a journey, which is why we offer extensive learning resources, career development opportunities, and internal mobility across roles, sites, and business units worldwide.
Beyond the workplace, we actively invest in our communities through educational partnerships, outreach initiatives, and career events that inspire the next generation of aerospace talent.
- On-site cafeteria with meal options, snacks, and complimentary coffee and tea
- Well-Being Committee promoting employee engagement and wellness
- Employee Club supporting social connections and team events
- Life Event Recognition Program celebrating employee milestones
- Active sports culture including golf, running, volleyball, and soccer clubs
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
- FSA and HSA options, plus supplemental health benefits
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Profit-sharing program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Tuition assistance
Join Safran Aerosystems USA and become part of a team developing innovative aerospace solutions that shape the future of flight. Here, you can look to the skies and proudly say, "We did that."
At Safran Aerosystems USA, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.
Education: Bachelor''s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
Experience: 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including: Word, Outlook and Excel (highly advanced proficiency, including complex formulas, pivot tables, etc.),
- Experience with ERP and financial planning tools such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, M3.
- Proficiency developing the analysis of expenses and revenue
- Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis
- Self-motivator who can carry out tasks with minimal supervision and can maintain professionalism while working under pressure and deadlines.
- Multi-tasking capability in a fast-paced environment with multi-departmental interaction
- Team player with work schedule flexibility and ability to work tight deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
- Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.
Are you looking for a position where you can not only learn but also make a real impact on the projects you'll be leading? Then this position is made for you!
$102,431 - $128,039
North America, United States, New Jersey
1747 NJ-34 NJ 07727 Wall Township
Bachelor's Degree
More than 5 years
No
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