Financial Analyst - Program Controls

BAE Systems•West Manchester Township, PA

17h•$54,392 - $92,498

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking an Earned Value Finance Analyst with exceptional analytic skills to join The Bradley A4 Planning & Control team. The successful candidate will have some experience with Earned Value rhythms and processes, be able to fill the role of partnering with Cost Account Managers (CAMs), have exceptional attention to detail, be able to follow guidelines ensuring proper cost control, and perform as part of the team delivering a monthly CDRL to our customer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and 2 years of work experience or equivalent experience
Self-motivated with a bias for action, process/results oriented
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
Familiarity with EV principles
Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make decisions with sound judgement while complying with policies and procedures
Problem solving, must be detail oriented with meticulous record keeping skills
Ability to work limited overtime (days, evenings, weekends) to meet critical business needs
Ability to work cooperatively across multiple Finance and non-Finance functions
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle, PM Compass, Deltek COBRA, Open Plan, Microsoft Project, and Winsight
2 years of experience supporting an Earned Value program

Responsibilities

Following a monthly battle rhythm with financial month-end close activities, data preparation for CAMs, report finalization, and assistance with analysis of data.
Supporting surveillance audits
Project setup within Oracle, appropriate cost control aligned with contract terms and adherence to FAR and CAS guidelines.
Ensuring sound data between our accounting system and our EV systems
Interfacing with Program Finance and Program Office for monthly financial forecasts, issues, concerns, and status.
Developing and maintaining program artifacts and documentation

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards