Sr Associate, Finance

L3Harris Technologies; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Sr Associate, Finance to support program budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. You will work with an integrated program management team to maintain cost and revenue controls and communicate financial performance to leadership.

The role involves month‑end closes, variance analysis, and cost control initiatives, with opportunities to enhance financial processes and contribute to program success in a dynamic defense tech environment.

Qualifications

• Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Graduate Degree or equivalent with 1 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage, prepare, and administer program budgets, ensuring alignment with program requirements.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and modeling to support decision‑making.
• Partner with the program management team to develop cost and revenue controls.
• Monitor program financial health and communicate results to management.
• Execute month‑end close processes, including journal entries and cost reconciliations.
• Forecast program revenue and costs on a monthly basis.
• Lead recurring reviews of key financial metrics with program teams.
• Generate and analyze Hyperion financial reports.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and special requests as needed.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports and presentation materials.
• Conduct actual‑to‑forecast variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive focus on cost control and cash flow optimization.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Analytical

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Graduate degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

PeopleSoft

Hyperion

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr Associate, Finance

Job Code: 43558

Job Location: Lynchburg, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours working- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

This role is responsible for supporting program financial management activities, including budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting. The position works closely within an integrated program management team to maintain accurate program cost and revenue controls, evaluate financial risks and opportunities, and regularly communicate program financial performance to leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, prepare, and administer program budgets, ensuring alignment with program requirements.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and modeling to support decision‑making.
• Partner with the integrated program management team to develop and maintain cost and revenue controls.
• Monitor program financial health and clearly communicate results and trends to management.
• Execute month‑end close processes, including journal entries and cost reconciliations.
• Forecast program revenue and costs on a monthly basis.
• Lead recurring reviews of key financial metrics with program teams.
• Generate and analyze Hyperion financial reports.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and special requests as needed.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports and presentation materials.
• Conduct actual‑to‑forecast variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive focus on cost control, achievement of financial targets, and cash flow optimization.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and GAAP accounting standards.

Essential Functions

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical capability with high attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Qualifications:

• Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 1 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• System experience (SAP, Peoplesoft, Hyperion)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Virginia is [$57,500 - $107,500]. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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