What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Financial Analyst position at Kaman Aerospace Corporation?
Work under the general direction of the Finance Director in executing a wide range of responsibilities, including financial support and control of moderate to complex programs within the business. Follow standard procedures and processes within the organization. Maintain a continuous improvement and learning mindset. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Responsible for assigned programs, including establishing the work breakdown structure, baseline budgets, and quarterly EACs (Estimates at Completion).
- Monitor program cost, perform variance analysis, and prepare reports to ensure contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines.
- Review and track program billings (progress bills, performance-based billings, cost type vouchers, delivery invoices).
- Provide monthly analysis of financial results comparing actual performance to budgets and forecasts.
- Support Program Manager and other functional areas, as needed. Participate in IPTs (Integrated Project Team).
- Identify problem areas with potential impact to financial performance, develop and provide corrective action recommendations to management in a timely manner.
- Assist Finance Director, as needed, with maintaining financial models to support monthly close and forecasting key drivers to support the annual plan and quarterly forecast updates.
- Ensure timely submission of all reports required by customers or senior management. Identify and communicate problems promptly and recommend corrective action. Interface effectively with management, customers, and auditors.
- Maintain proficiency in required software applications used within the span of responsibilities. Strong Excel skills required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related business field.
- 5 - 7 years of related experience in manufacturing or aerospace
- Broad knowledge of cost accounting/control functions, estimating techniques and financial modeling.
- Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of aerospace or manufacturing.
- Good interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with internal and external business partners. Proficient verbal and written communication skills needed.
- Possesses strong critical thinking skills.
- Ability to use good judgement and discretion; able to ask questions and raise issues/concerns constructively and in a timely manner.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).
Kaman Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer
Kaman Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Kaman Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures and/or process. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. For more information, please click here for a notice that provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).
Many positions at Kaman require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). For ITAR and EAR purposes, U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, nationals and lawful permanent residents, as well as asylees and refugees. The ITAR and/or EAR may limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. Kaman reserves the right to require candidates and employees to provide proof of citizenship, nationality and/or immigration status to determine ITAR and EAR compliance requirements.
Kaman Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Kaman Corporation and all of its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures and/or process. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. For more information, please click here for a notice that provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).
Many positions at Kaman require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). For ITAR and EAR purposes, U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, nationals and lawful permanent residents, as well as asylees and refugees. The ITAR and/or EAR may limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. Kaman reserves the right to require candidates and employees to provide proof of citizenship, nationality and/or immigration status to determine ITAR and EAR compliance requirements.
Kaman is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/ Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or any other protected class. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.
