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The Aerospace Corporation · 2 days ago

Budget Analyst

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$85K/yr - $165K/yr

6+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The selected candidate will prepare, analyze, and maintain budgets for major programs while performing various financial analyses.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs regular and scheduled analysis of planned, expected and actual results, providing detailed explanation for variances and anomalies

Supports development of annual corporate/organizational budgets

Perform analytical tasks to verify compliance with budget objectives and recommend required corrective actions

Performs cross-functional research on budget related matters; researches and responds to budget-related requests from across the Corporation

Communicates budget related issues to administrators and managers

Leverages knowledge of budgeting process systems and provide assistance to systems users

Perform assignments related to preparation of proposal pricings

Collaborates with budget owners and various functional departments within Enterprise

Visibility to Senior Leadership through presenting and preparation of financial data

Qualification

Financial AnalysisBudgetingGeneral Accounting PrinciplesSAPProcess ImprovementAerospace/Defense ExperienceRisk AssessmentPresentation SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field is required

Typically, 6 or more years of relevant experience analyzing financial data as it pertains to budgeting is required

Solid knowledge of general accounting principles

Typically, 10 or more years of relevant experience analyzing financial data as it pertains to budgeting is required

Experience identifying, developing and leading process improvements

Significant experience leading group projects and initiatives

Proven ability to present forecasts, budgets and other documentation to management team

Preferred

Experience in SAP, Fiori, SAP Analytics Cloud, Tableau, or other ERP systems is preferred

Ability to assess risks and opportunities within complex business situations

Experience in the Aerospace/Defense sectors and government contracting is strongly encouraged

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government, is preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect