• Senior Financial Analyst

    BAE Systems (York, PA)


    Job Description

    BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team for the York CAS segment of the Platforms & Services Combat Vehicles business in York, Pennsylvania.

     

    You will serve as the financial business partner for several key programs

     

    You will assist the program manager and program teams with developing program baselines, monitoring performance, investigating root causes of program performance variances, and assisting program managers in development of corrective action plans to address and mitigate program variances.

     

    You will provide financial decision support to key stakeholders focused on minimizing risk and maximizing return of program profit by managing financial requirements and program execution.

     

    You must have the ability to work independently as well as in a cross-functional team environment

     

    You will be a key member in the completion of the operating plan, quarterly, half year, and full year forecast updates requiring participation in cross functional collaboration.

    Responsibilities:

    Provides tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size and complexity.

     

    Utilizes strong communication skills to interface with Program Management Organization (PMO) team and others including; project managers, technical staff, subcontractors and customers in support of PMO activities

     

    Responsible project start-up and close-out as well as monthly program revenue, cost management, and profit recognition over the life of the program.

     

    Supports project execution by performing financial analysis and other program support related to the technical and business resources needed to achieve program objectives; includes pre- and post-award project activities from inception through closeout

     

    Develops and reviews financial data for inclusion in cost proposals, contract reviews, forecasts and variance explanations.

     

    Participate in program and project reviews on a regular basis.

     

    Ensures compliance with internal procedures, DFAR/FAR, TINA, CAS, estimating systems and disclosure statements as well as interprets changes to same for impact on programs.

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 4years of Finance and Accounting experience or equivalent education/experience

    + Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment

    + Exceptional analytical skills

    + Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

    + Effective verbal and written communication skills

    + Basic knowledge of defense contracting regulatory environment (DFARS and CAS)

    + An affinity for investigating and solving complex financial problems preferred

    + Ability to work with government regulatory personnel (DCAA and DCMA)

    + Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures

    + Problem solving and in depth research and analytical skills; Must be detail oriented with meticulous record-keeping skills

    + Ability to work limited overtime (days, evenings, weekends) to meet business needs

    + Ability to work cooperatively across multiple Finance and non-Finance functions

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Master's Degree or some post-graduate work in Finance or Accounting

    + Experience spanning both financial analysis and accounting

    + Experience in project forecasting and analysis within a large defense contractor or manufacturing environment a plus

    + Excel Visual Basic macro knowledge a plus

    + DFARS Estimating System compliance knowledge a plus

    + Hyperion Planning and Excel Smart View add-in experience a plus

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $73778 - $125422

     

    Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

     

    Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

     

    Senior Financial Analyst

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