Program Controls Analyst Senior Principal II
About The Position
BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems is hiring an SBU Finance Operations & Compliance Lead to support its Space and Mission Systems organization. Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, this role is part of the Finance Leadership Team and oversees financial processes across the Tactical Solutions and Space Systems SBUs. The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit provides expertise and business insight to deliver actionable information, recommendations, and opportunities that support sustainable business growth. The role provides finance-team mentorship and training, leads project controls for designated high-impact and complex programs, coordinates controls and audits, and works with central compliance functions to implement policies and guidance. It also supports staffing alignment, estimating and pricing compliance, EAC assessments and reviews, monthly PPRs, quarterly EAC reviews, CFO certification, and reporting. The position requires regular on-site work at least three days each normally scheduled week, with possible travel and commuting between company campuses and other locations. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10 or more years of related experience.
- A master’s degree or Ph.D. may substitute for two years of experience per higher-level degree; related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Degree must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or U.S. Department of Education.
- 10 or more years of experience in aerospace and defense or a similar government contracting environment.
- Experience with Earned Value Management.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent people and team-building skills.
- Proficiency in financial and business management practices.
- High integrity and ability to influence leadership.
- Proactive mindset and willingness to take on additional responsibilities to ensure project success.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree.
- CPA, CMA, CFA, or another equivalent financial certificate or license.
- Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Responsibilities
- Provide mentorship and guidance to the SBU finance team, including training and development for project controls and estimating and pricing functions.
- Coordinate control activities with the responsible SBUs, including Control Self-Assessment testing and internal and external audits, and manage resolution of findings and deficiencies.
- Provide project controls leadership for high-impact, complex, or Tier 1 EVMS programs designated by the SBU Finance Director.
- Collaborate with EVMS, ESD, FP&A, Government Accounting, and Internal Controls to implement and operationalize policies, controls, and guidance within the SBUs.
- Coordinate with SBU finance management and the finance director to align staffing resources strategically.
- Provide guidance on estimating and pricing best practices, including compliance and formal execution of Form 93 authorizations.
- Coordinate with SBU finance managers and the ICE function to ensure timely assessments supporting reviews, and work with ICE to create processes for assessing EACs.
- Coordinate monthly PPRs and quarterly EAC reviews.
- Ensure financial accuracy and compliance with CFO Certification and CSR requirements.
- Lead consolidation of quarterly EAC results for one-liner reporting at the significant fee accrual meeting.
- Lead the quarterly EAC CFO certification process.
- Perform additional duties and support special projects as assigned.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the department, SBUs, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the company, interacting appropriately to support a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Legal plan
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Military leave
- Bereavement leave
- Applicable federal and state sick leave
- Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
- Possible incentive compensation plan participation, subject to business performance and management recommendations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
