Financial Analyst IV

General Atomics

Poway, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Affirmative Action, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Plan, Category Development, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Corporate Finance, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cost Accounting, Customer Relations, Diversity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Charts, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Policies, Financial Reporting, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Genetics, Government Accounting, Government Contracts, Gross Margin, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Military, Model Review, Operational Audit, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product/Service Launch, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Forecasting, SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation (BPC), Sales, Strategic Planning, Surveillance, Team Player, Time Management, United States Citizen, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Variance Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Poway, CA
POSTED
Today
54536BR

Company:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems


Job Summary:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable Unmanned Aircraft Systems and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.


We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) Product Line Finance group located in Poway, CA.


This position will be responsible for supporting the development and consolidation of comprehensive business forecasts. Will prepare budgets, forecasts, and related reports to monitor overall financial performance for use in annual strategic planning and executive presentations. Close collaboration with program team members, both financial and programmatic, to support the development and modification of required financial planning inputs. Responds to inquiries, identifies issues, and guides the development on innovative solutions to diverse challenges concerning a variety financial data. Train and mentor others with process and tools. Uses discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information. Prepare and present internal and external presentations to senior leaders and may represent the business as the primary forecasting contact.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Develop and consolidate annual P&L budget and forecasts across multiple business lines

+ Provide quarterly operational forecast coordination, analysis and reporting, and variance analysis of actual performance vs. budget/forecast(s)

+ Assist in establishing product line revenue, cost of sales, gross margin, discretionary spending through profit (loss). Prepare forecasts for multiple fiscal years for a portfolio of contracts across multiple product lines.

+ Presentation of P&L results to include but not limited to financial reports, charts, tables and other exhibits, to both executive level P&L team members and senior finance leaders

+ Provide timely and accurate reporting & analysis of product line performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted and strategic assumptions.

+ Facilitate decision-making toward the achievement of the budget and strategic plan.

+ Provide variance analysis and operational financial performance trends using appropriate metrics.

+ Support collaborative development of modeling tools, review of existing financial processes and development of new and/or improved planning processes.

+ Identify financial issues, recommend solutions, and provide corrective action to any financial discrepancies.

+ Train and mentor other FP&A Analysts.

+ Ensure compliance with company financial policies and accounting practices while maintaining the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.


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


Job ID#:


54536BR


Job Category:


Finance/Accounting


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


California


Pay Range Low:


89,180


City:


Poway


Clearance Required?:


No


Pay Range High:


155,825


Recruitment Posting Title:


Senior Financial Analyst


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and ten or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

+ Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office – especially Excel and PowerPoint as well as analytics tools such as PowerBIOneStream and SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) experience is highly desirable.AI Implementation, new project support with new roll out to finance users is desirableDemonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of industry and government cost accounting principles, theories, concepts, standards, and practices, with the ability to organize, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones with some experience in project leadership.Ability to synthesize complex analyses into clear, executive-ready recommendationMust be customer focused and possess: (1) the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems of diverse scope and complexity; (2) excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present accounting and finance findings; (3) strong interpersonal skills; (4) the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information; (5) the ability to represent the department or company on projects ; and (6) excellent computer skills.Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Senior (8+ years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


No


Workstyle:


Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity 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. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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