Program Financial Analyst I

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Program Financial Analyst I supports the ISR, Aviation, and Security business area and the SNC-led Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. The role reviews, monitors, and controls project data for internal and external reporting; prepares budgets and schedules for contract work; assists with cost proposals and pricing documentation; and performs cost analysis and forecasting to help maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines. The analyst also supports financial models, reports, and presentations, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and helps ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, though relevant experience may substitute for the degree. Without a degree, at least four years of related experience is required. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance. The role may be performed in an office or hybrid environment and may involve occasional travel for training or meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for the required education.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of four years of related experience is required.
• 0–2 years of experience in financial analysis, project control, or a related field.
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate program- and finance-related information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Strong hand and finger dexterity for computer tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• May require occasional travel for training or meetings.

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiasm for the aerospace and defense industry.
• Experience with financial software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities

• Review, monitor, and control project data for internal and external project reporting.
• Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist with cost proposals and pricing documentation.
• Conduct what-if cost analysis, program cost forecasts, and cost variance analysis.
• Monitor outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data and analysis.
• Assist in preparing financial presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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