Advanced Finance Specialist - FPR&A Analyst - Taunton, MA

VetJobs•Taunton, MA

20h•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking an Advanced Finance Specialist - FPR&A Analyst to provide leadership and oversight of consolidated financial results for the Land and Air Systems Line of Business (L&AS LOB). The position prepares, analyzes, and evaluates financial information related to forecasts and cost pools for budgeting, forecasting, planning, and internal controls. The specialist serves as a financial resource for the LOB finance organization and assists the LOB Controller and FPR&A Manager with deliverables and analysis that support executive decision-making. The position may be supported in a flex arrangement but requires an in-office presence a few days per week. The employee may work from one of the company's hubs in Massachusetts, Virginia, or Arizona. Relocation assistance is not offered. Applicants selected will undergo a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus the stated minimum relevant experience; alternatively, a Master's degree plus the stated minimum relevant experience. The posting gives different experience thresholds in its qualifications sections.
Solid technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Sarbanes-Oxley audit and reporting requirements.
Solid knowledge of revenue recognition and profit analysis concepts and techniques.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Applicants selected must undergo a U.S. Government security investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a government contracting environment is strongly preferred.
CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
Subject matter expertise in the field and continued development of knowledge in adjacent fields.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
Outstanding communication skills.
Considerable knowledge of computerized finance systems.

Responsibilities

Prepare consolidated financial results for LOB and GDMS executive review.
Prepare variance analyses and other ad hoc analyses for the LOB Controller and FPR&A Manager.
Assist with month-end and quarter-end close reporting responsibilities.
Facilitate and attend executive-level forecast and financial reviews at the LOB level.
Coordinate daily with Program Finance Managers and Analysts to respond to GDMS, audit, and GD Corporate data requests.
Undertake stretch assignments and special projects.