Strategic Financial Analyst: Forecasts, Insights & Growth

Cubic Transportation Systems; South Gate (CA); Remote; USD 99,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with company match

Paid holidays

PTO/Sick leave

Job summary

Cubic Defense in the United States is seeking a Financial Analysis Specialist to provide expert financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis across defense programs and product lines. You will partner with leaders, drive performance metrics, and support strategic decision making in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Finance/Accounting and at least 6 years of FP&A experience, with proficiency in Excel, SAP, and BI tools (Tableau/Anaplan).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, cost accounting, or related finance function.
• Demonstrated experience supporting financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP‑based financial systems; SAP or comparable systems preferred.
• Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Anaplan, Alteryx or similar.
• Proven ability to communicate with management and auditors.
• Experience with private equity owned organizations or M&A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial and operational performance metrics, dashboards, and KPI reporting.
• Support annual operating plans, quarterly outlooks, monthly forecasts, and long‑range planning.
• Lead monthly results consolidation, variance analysis, and recommendations to management.
• Coordinate annual budgeting, including budget development and budget‑to‑actual reporting.
• Prepare timely and insightful financial reporting to support executive decision‑making.
• Drive financial performance reviews with leadership, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Conduct detailed analyses of profitability trends and program performance across products and defense programs.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SAP

Tableau

Anaplan

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Tableau

Anaplan

Alteryx

SAP

Job description

Cubic Defense in the United States is seeking a Financial Analysis Specialist to provide expert financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis across defense programs and product lines. You will partner with leaders, drive performance metrics, and support strategic decision making in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Finance/Accounting and at least 6 years of FP&A experience, with proficiency in Excel, SAP, and BI tools (Tableau/Anaplan).