Job details

Financial Analyst I

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Financial Analyst I is responsible for the development and maintenance of program financial plans in support of multiple products and business areas. This position will work within a team environment comprised of Program Management, Finance, Technical and other supporting staff.

Position Responsibilities

Develops plans including budgets and Estimate-At-Completes (EACs) to meet contractual/project requirements for assigned programs
Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations
Monitors progress of program requirements
Monitors cost performance against plans to ensure contractual cost obligations are met
Prepares project control/financial analysis reports and distributes to customer/user organization
Develop complex cost and pricing models
Develop proposal cost estimates, support DCAA audits (pre and post award), and assist with contract negotiations as necessary
Conducts complex financial analysis (variance analysis, risk analysis, profit/loss analysis, etc.)
Performs non-routine analysis and prepares non-routine financial reports
Liaison between operations and other support organizations on financial issues
Interfaces with subcontracts, and customers and performs extensive investigations as required
Works on problems of limited scope. Applies company policies & procedures to resolve routine issues
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Normally receives detailed instructions on assignments
Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
0 - 2 years of relevant experience
Experienced in costing and pricing complex development programs
Experienced in and knowledgeable of ERP, SCM, and CRM software/applications
Current expertise in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel is required)
Demonstrated experience in successfully working with other users, finance, planners and support staff in achieving results

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Experience in project controls and/or financial planning in a government contracting environment is highly preferred
Experience using Oracle EBS preferred
Experience in utilizing Earned Value Management Metrics and Reporting preferred
Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred
Knowledge of Cobra & MS Project is desirable
Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is:

$49,920 - $74,880

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits

We also encourage you to review our company website at

http://www.avinc.com

to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

AeroVironment Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition nor disability, genetics, veteran and all others that may apply.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

AeroVironment Glassdoor Company Review

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