General Dynamics · 2 days ago
Sr Advanced Program Financial Analyst
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$114K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Sr Advanced Program Financial Analyst. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. The role involves managing financial performance, preparing analyses, and collaborating with program management to ensure compliance and optimize profitability.
AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare ad-hoc analyses to support contract and program analysts and special projects as assigned
Review/approve purchase requisitions for budgeted expenses up to authorized limit and ensure that expenses are applied correctly
Analyze financial performance for assigned program(s) to identify and report on risks and funding issues
Initiate, review, and approve invoices, respond to customer invoice inquiries, and resolve invoicing issues
Manage financials for larger and or more complex programs (predominantly larger fixed price contracts, and multiple large competitive product lines). Engage directly with senior level program management to understand financial performance and mitigate program and contractual risk
Analyze and present financial status of assigned program(s), including orders, funding, sales, profit, and cash flow actuals and projections to program management during formal monthly review process
Present financial status of programs to customers at significant customer program reviews
Manage and monitor accounts receivables and cash contributions ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of billing and collection of cash
Collaborate with program management team to manage financial aspects of program, optimizing program cash flow and profitability
Perform month end close activities for assigned programs/business
Monitor and ensure ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and Earnings Rate Reviews are in compliance in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and GDMS policies, procedures and requirements
Follow ASC 606 and GDMS processes and procedures in developing estimates. Complete and prepare booking rates in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in audit preparations and reviews with auditors as needed
Manage financial performance on inter-company sales agreements and ensures that inter-company transactions comply with agreements
Ensure timely and accurate charges to contracts/programs based on contractual terms and conditions. Make adjustments in the system(s) as needed
Provide leadership and analysis in preparation of long term strategic planning; forecasting orders, sales, margins, cash and investments
Perform analysis and summarize recommendations related to investment/business opportunities, future trends and impact of governmental requirements/financial regulations
Provide support of proposal activity including modeling potential financial results, developing proposal estimate rationale, documentation, preparing internal rate of return, present value and payback analyses, labor projections, etc., for Engineering Change Proposals, Contract Modifications, CAPEX business cases, ROMs or Financial Management Reviews
FP&A Only: Perform financial planning function by directing financial activities for the areas of assignment including the overhead budgets, capital budgeting, new business funds, forecasting, financial reporting, performance measurement, audit support, and ad hoc analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Highly proficient and able to perform all responsibilities associated with the position
Advanced analytical capabilities to quickly assess new information and provide highly complex financial analysis for senior management
Highly proficient knowledge of General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost Proposal functions
Demonstrated effective and clear communication and presentation skills
Highly proficient knowledge of ERP systems and related technologies
Demonstrated courage to confront reality, challenge opposing positions and influence others
Ability to develop and sustain professional working relationships
Highly proficient knowledge of Truth In Negotiations Act, Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, General Dynamics policies and procedures, government accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Revenue Recognition ASC 606
Ability to allocate time effectively/efficiently to meet multiple deadlines for various stakeholders
Commitment to produce accurate and timely work products
Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment and professionally executes projects with little direction
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation is preferred
Department of Defense Top Secret/SCI level security clearance is preferred but not required
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
And more
Company
General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a defense industry contractor for shipbuilding, marine, combat and defense systems and, munitions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$84.9M2010-09-10Grant· $30M
2009-12-30Grant· $33.6M
2009-08-05Grant· $21.3M
Leadership Team
Lauren Bradshaw, SHRM-CP
Global Mobility Business Partner/ EAP
Matthew Brandon, MSHR
Manager, Sr HR Business Partner
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