Manager, Financial Analysis and Reporting

AeroVironment•Albuquerque, NM

5d•$106,500 - $162,500•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Manager – Financial Analysis and Reporting to join our Finance team supporting Directed Energy programs. This role will lead financial planning and analysis efforts, providing strategic insight, driving financial performance, and ensuring alignment between program execution and organizational objectives. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical foundation, leadership capability, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required).
5–7 years of progressive experience in program finance, financial analysis, or related finance roles.
Experience with ERP and EPM systems; Hyperion, Oracle preferred
Current expertise in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel preferred)
Experience in defense, aerospace, manufacturing or government contracting environments is a plus.
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
Ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Strong planning skills, coupled with strong analytical and execution skills
Able to identify problems and perform real-time resolution using determined actions
Able to function in a dynamic and challenging environment
Able to communicate with all levels of management and prepare presentations
Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Focuses on teamwork and collaboration.
Displays strong initiative and accomplish goals to 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

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts
Perform financial analysis, research, budgets and forecasts in support of business planning
Reviews, analyzes, and interprets financial and budgetary reports to develop observations and preliminary recommendations.
Serve as a key finance business partner to Program Managers, Contracts, Engineering, and Operations, ensuring financial alignment with strategic and operational goals.
Prepares and communicates variances to management.
Provides interpretation of financial data in spreadsheets, charts, and reports.
Assists with monitoring headcount, FTE’s and spending to ensure budgets are met.
Supports the month end close and prepares monthly financial reporting packages.
Manage, mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a high-performance and collaborative team environment.
Performs a variety of special projects, financial presentations, and financial analysis.
Other duties as assigned.