General Atomics · 12 hours ago
Program Finance Analyst
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$74K/yr - $129K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Atomics (GA) is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development. They are seeking a Program Financial Analyst to support the Electromagnetic Systems group by delivering financial and performance analyses to achieve programmatic and financial objectives.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic business partner to Program Management by delivering financial and performance analyses that support achievement of programmatic and financial objectives
Lead detailed budget, forecast, and Estimate at Complete (EAC) analyses, including variance analysis, to support program reviews, identify forecast shortfalls early, and recommend data-driven cost control and corrective actions
Analyze cost and schedule risks in partnership with Program Managers to support proactive mitigation strategies that ensure on-time delivery and product quality
Provide analytical support for program planning activities, including schedule analysis, performance measurement, status reporting, data integrity validation, and resource planning
Support program setup and financial controls through analysis and maintenance of cost and schedule baselines, including evaluation of impacts from proposed changes and enforcement of change control processes
Develop and analyze Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and supporting documentation to ensure accurate cost, schedule, and performance tracking
Deliver clear, timely, and accurate analytical insights and recommendations to task leaders and program managers to enable informed decision-making
Partner with Project Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), and technical leadership to analyze and assess the application of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles across programs
Analyze subcontractor performance, material receipts, open commitments, and termination liability to support accurate forecasting and financial risk assessments
Monitor and assure budget availability, proper approval authorization and charge accounts
Utilizes experience with databases for dashboarding and metrics reporting
Develop standard and ad hoc reports; identify issues, exceptions, and variances; develop solutions to moderately complex issues; follow GA-EMS processes and procedures to support business and regulatory agency requirements
May assist in development of new business proposals
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline, along with six or more years of related experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Demonstrates understanding of the concepts, and practices involved in analyzing multiple contract types such as: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Fixed Price Incentive (FPI), Fixed Price Level of Effort (FPLOE), Time and Materials (T&M), Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and hybrid contracts
Experience with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Full Rate Production type Programs preferred
Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts is beneficial but not required
Experience with Grouping Pegging and Distribution (GPD) is beneficial but not required
Prefer strong background in finance or accounting
Experience working on Program with heavy material procurements – cradle to grave preferred
Experience working closely with multifunctional and cross business teams including partnering with the Program Office to meet program requirements
Experience with DoD (DCAA/DCMA) compliance helpful
General knowledge of accounting principles, planning and tracking procedures and manufacturing systems in a research or production environment is helpful
Possess good organizational skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel (V-look ups, Pivot tables), PowerPoint and Outlook
Practical working knowledge of SAP and COBRA preferred
Travel may be required based on program or customer needs
Must be Customer Focused and possess the ability to use independent judgment in developing solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity
Good verbal and written communications and presentations skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences
Good interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, managers, and customers with ethics and integrity
The ability to work independently or in a collaborative team environment with an innovative mindset
Preferred
Experience with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Full Rate Production type Programs preferred
Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts is beneficial but not required
Experience with Grouping Pegging and Distribution (GPD) is beneficial but not required
Prefer strong background in finance or accounting
Experience working on Program with heavy material procurements – cradle to grave preferred
Experience with DoD (DCAA/DCMA) compliance helpful
General knowledge of accounting principles, planning and tracking procedures and manufacturing systems in a research or production environment is helpful
Practical working knowledge of SAP and COBRA preferred
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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