What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst II position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
BAE is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team for the York CAS segment of the Platforms & Services Protection Systems business in Phoenix, Arizona.
Serve as the financial business partner for several key programs,
Assist the program manager and program teams with developing program baselines,
Monitor performance, investigating root causes of program performance variances,
Assist program managers in development of corrective action plans to address and mitigate program variances.
Provide financial decision support to key stakeholders focused on minimizing risk and maximizing return of program profit by managing financial requirements and program execution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $60076 - $102130
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
BAE is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team for the York CAS segment of the Platforms & Services Protection Systems business in Phoenix, Arizona.
Serve as the financial business partner for several key programs,
Assist the program manager and program teams with developing program baselines,
Monitor performance, investigating root causes of program performance variances,
Assist program managers in development of corrective action plans to address and mitigate program variances.
Provide financial decision support to key stakeholders focused on minimizing risk and maximizing return of program profit by managing financial requirements and program execution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size and complexity.
- Utilizes strong communication skills to interface with Program Management Organization (PMO) team and others including; project managers, technical staff, subcontractors and customers in support of PMO activities
- Responsible project start-up and close-out as well as monthly program revenue, cost management, and profit recognition over the life of the program.
- Supports project execution by performing financial analysis and other program support related to the technical and business resources needed to achieve program objectives; includes pre- and post-award project activities from inception through closeout
- Develops and reviews financial data for inclusion in cost proposals, contract reviews, forecasts and variance explanations.
- Participate in program and project reviews.
- Ensures compliance with internal procedures, DFAR/FAR, CAS, estimating systems and disclosure statements as well as interprets changes to understand impact on programs.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 4 years of experience
- Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint experience
- Working knowledge of developing program baselines
- Working knowledge of defense contracting regulatory environment (DFAR/FAR and CAS)
- Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures
- Ability to work limited overtime (days, evenings, weekends) to meet business needs
- Ability to work cooperatively across multiple finance and non-finance functions
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience spanning both financial analysis and accounting
- Experience in project forecasting and analysis within a large defense contractor or manufacturing environment
- DFARS Estimating System compliance knowledge
- Basic concepts of working capital
- Hyperion Planning and Excel Smart View add-in experience
- Possess an affinity for investigating and solving complex financial problems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $60076 - $102130
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Salary : $60,076 - $102,130
