Financial Analyst II

Job Description Seeking a Financial Analyst II to join the AMPV Program Finance team for the York CAS segment of the Platforms & Services Combat Vehicles business in York, Pennsylvania.
This position is a supportive role reporting to the PF Manager and supporting lead analysts across the entire AMPV family of programs.
You will serve as a financial business partner assisting the program manager and program teams by querying & analyzing reports, monitoring performance, and investigating root causes of program performance variances.
You will also support program closeout activities, provide weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting, participate in the creation of work instructions, and support key stakeholders focused on minimizing risk and maximizing return of program profit.
Responsibilities:

• Provides tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size and complexity. The Financial Analyst II must be organized, and have the ability to work independently as well as in a cross-functional team environment
• 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 setup 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
• Key member in supporting the lead analysts in completion of the operating plan, quarterly, half year, and full year forecast updates requiring participation in cross functional collaboration
• Participate in program and project reviews on a regular basis
• Ensures compliance with internal procedures, DFAR/FAR, TINA, CAS, estimating systems and disclosure statements as well as interprets changes to same for impact on programs
• Provide accurate reporting to support leads during QBRs, IBPs, CSRs, and CSDRs cycles

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field with 3+ years finance/accounting experience
• Proficient MS Excel Experience
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
• Provide analytical data and recommendations for required improvement
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of defense contracting regulatory environment (DFARS and CAS)
• An affinity for investigating and solving complex financial problems preferred
• Ability to work with government regulatory personnel (DCAA and DCMA)
• Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures
• Problem solving and in-depth research and analytical skills
• Interface with various levels within the organization ranging from financial analysts to general managers and serve as a strategic business partner
• Ability to work limited overtime (days, evenings, weekends) to meet business needs

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in project forecasting and analysis within a large defense contractor or manufacturing environment a plus
• DFARS Estimating System compliance knowledge a plus
• Hyperion Planning and Excel Smart View add-in experience a plus
• Experience with Earned Value a plus

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $58300 - $99100
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.
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