Standard Job Description

Performs one or more multiple financial activities within various finance job functions (FP&A, Overhead, Program Finance, Accounting, Controller, etc.). Will include some or all of the responsibilities as defined. Performs financial analysis, establishes performance management budgeting, and forecasting activities to include variance analysis, trend identification, workforce planning drivers, risk and opportunities assessment and development of mitigation plans. Integrates information from multiple financial systems, processes and functions in order to consolidate the data forensics into actionable business solution recommendations. Timely and accurately consolidates financial results (Orders, Sales, EBIT, Cash, ROIC, Overhead, Discretionary Funding) and monthly, quarterly and year end reporting to internal and external customers to include government contractual cost and schedule earned value management reporting. Develops and utilizes forward-looking data analytics, visualization and trend analysis to inform financial strategy and decision making. Develops and provides actionable recommendations to key stakeholders to make sound financial and operating decisions. Maintains applicable internal and external (FAR, CAS, SEC, US GAAP) policy, procedure, and controls for compliance to support internal process and external regulatory requirements. Provides subject matter expertise support to proposal development, basis of estimate and negotiations, as required.

This position will support the National Security Space – Remote Sensing Finance and Business Operations team and contribute to the monthly program business rhythm. The selected candidate will partner closely with Control Account Managers (CAMs) and planners to analyze control account performance, assess headcount trends, and provide meaningful insights to support program execution. This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to drive the Earned Value System. The selected candidate must have the ability to confidently connect with all levels of leadership and simplify complex ideas and processes for the most basic user. The selected candidate should be able to thrive in a highly dynamic environment and embrace change. This individual will also have the opportunity to help drive cultural change across the organization by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, simplify processes, and promote more effective ways of working. The selected candidate will join a highly supportive team and should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education or relevant experience in lieu of degree 
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Quick Learner with aptitude for various systems and processes
• Advanced experience in MS Excel

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Earned Value Management

• Self-starter with excellent communication skills

• Forward Thinking

• Thrives in a continuously changing environment

• Ability to balance conflicting priorities

• Enterprise Systems experience (SAP/Cobra)

•Advanced experience in MS Excel and PowerPoint with ability to develop and use pivot tables and Excel spreadsheets

• 2+ years of related finance experience