Financial Analyst, Sr

Worker Type Regular Job  Description Summary The  Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for the development and maintenance of program financial plans in support of multiple products and business areas. This position will work within a team environment comprised of Program Management, Finance, Technical and other supporting staff.

Position Responsibilities Development and maintenance of program financial plans including budgets and Estimate-At-Completes (EACs) to meet contractual/project requirements for assigned programs

Compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations

Analyzing cost performance against plans to ensure contractual cost obligations are met Preparation of project control/financial analysis reports for distribution to customer/user organization

Development of complex cost and pricing models

Support in the development of proposal cost estimates, support DCAA audits (pre and post-award), and assist with contract negotiations as necessary

Administration of complex financial analysis (variance analysis, risk analysis, profit/loss analysis, etc.)Performs ad-hoc analysis, identify trends and prepares ad-hoc financial reports with recommendations for improvements

Liaison between program office, operations and other support organizations on financial issues

Interfaces with subcontracts, and customers and performs extensive investigations as required

Identify and drive process improvements including reports, tools and presentation materials

Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors

Determines methods & procedures on new assignments and may serve as Team Lead Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Minimum of 8 – 12 years of relevant experience

Experience in costing and pricing of complex development programs

Working knowledge of ERP, SCM, and CRM software/applications

Current expertise in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel required)
Must be able to effectively work with other users, finance, planners and support staff in achieving results

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Advanced degree is preferred

Knowledge of Cobra & MS Project knowledge is desirable

Experience using Oracle EBS preferred

Experience in utilizing Earned Value Management Metrics and Reporting preferred

Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred

Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills

Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is:$111,000 - $169,250

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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