• Strategic Finance Manager

    General Atomics (San Diego, CA)


    General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

     

    We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Finance Manager III to join the Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team in San Diego, CA reporting to the Corporate Senior FP&A Manager.

     

    Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

     

    This role will play a critical part in advancing our financial strategy through data-driven insights, advanced modeling, system enhancements, and innovation in analytics. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), financial modeling & analysis, and enterprise systems, as well as a forward-looking mindset toward emerging technologies.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + General Responsibilities:

    + Work cross functionally to help ensure efficient business processes, strong operational results, and improve financial insights into the business groups. Coordination and liaison with Finance and Accounting departments. Monitor/update controls and procedures to ensure quality and reliability of financial information and reporting.

    + Financial Modeling & Analysis

    + Provide strategic financial analysis and modeling to support corporate development activities, including mergers, acquisitions, and other growth initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership.

    + Financial Analytics Design & Reporting

    + Design and implement scalable financial analytics processes and dashboard reporting using project management principles to drive visibility, efficiency, and data integrity.

    + Systems Strategy & Enhancements

    + Support the strategic roadmap for financial enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and lead finance-driven initiatives to enhance system performance and integration.

    + KPI Development & Reporting Optimization

    + Define, refine, and enhance financial KPIs and reporting frameworks in collaboration with GA&A team to support better decision-making across the organization.

    + Drive Innovative Financial Solutions

    + Develop and implement scalable financial solutions that leverage leading edge technology (i.e., artificial intelligence, machine learning, Power BI, etc.) to automate workflows and enhance reporting and forecasting accuracy.

     

    We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

     

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    Job Qualifications:

    + Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in finance/accounting/financial planning & analysis.

    + Prefer at least five of those years in management leading a team of individual contributors.

    + Must have experience in a commercial or government contractor environment. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

    + An MBA in business or related field, CPA or CMA certification, and/or experience negotiating accounting issues with government agencies is highly desirable.

    + Must demonstrate a detailed application of industry and government finance/accounting/financial planning & analysis management principles and practices as well as comprehensive finance/accounting/financial planning & analysis leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.

    + Must be able to resolve complex management and finance/accounting/financial planning & analysis problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be an expert in one or more finance/accounting/financial planning & analysis management areas.

    + Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.

    + Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.

    **Salary:** $112,320 - $205,058 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Not Provided **US Citizenship Required?** No **Clearance Required?** No **Clearance Level** null **Workstyle** Hybrid

     

    General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.