Financial Analyst

Astronics Corporation • Kirkland, WA

7d • $79,293 - $118,940 • Hybrid

About The Position

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems is seeking an analytical, creative, and forward-thinking Financial Analyst to join its Finance Team in Kirkland, Washington. The role consolidates, analyzes, and communicates financial data to support strategic decision-making in a complex manufacturing environment, partnering across functions to connect operational activities with executive financial reporting. Candidates local to the greater Seattle/Kirkland area are highly desired; relocation support is not available.

The position focuses on financial performance reporting and analysis, research and development program costs—including Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE)—budgeting and forecasting, financial close support, strategic planning, and continuous improvement of FP&A processes. The role may also address any applicable 606 revenue recognition implications related to NRE costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant FP&A experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, including the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, ownership, and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment and understanding how operational and production activities connect to financial reporting.
• Experience tracking, analyzing, or reporting NRE costs, including upfront engineering and development costs.

Responsibilities

• Report and analyze actuals, historical trends, and performance of bookings, sales, and margin against budget and forecast.
• Track and analyze financial performance of research and development programs, including NRE costs and any applicable 606 revenue recognition implications.
• Partner with Accounting on monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Update assigned financial models with the latest actuals, assumptions, and business inputs.
• Provide financial analysis in support of the annual strategic plan and key initiatives.
• Support creation of standard reporting packages.
• Assist in preparing and assembling financial presentation decks for monthly management reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of FP&A processes, templates, and tools.

Benefits

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus eligibility.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; optional critical illness and accident coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions.
• Employee Assistance Program and a supportive culture encouraging work-life balance.
• Starting PTO of 120 hours annually.
• 12 paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level