Sr. Financial Analyst

HRL Laboratories•Calabasas, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers to help them remove limitations and create competitive advantage. HRL then transitions the work back to customers – ready for real-world application. For more than 70 years, HRL’s rich portfolio of scientific discoveries and engineering innovations continues to build on each other — often in unexpected, profound and far-reaching ways. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL prioritizes purpose over profit, significantly advancing the state of the art. HRL Laboratories advances its mission through an expert group of administrative and business professionals who strengthen operations and enable organizational excellence. These teams drive effective processes, support program execution and provide critical services that keep HRL running smoothly while empowering technical groups to focus on delivering innovative solutions for our customers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA preferred.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry.
Experience in preparing and submitting Forward Pricing Rates Proposals (FPRP) and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with financial planning software (IBM TM1 and Deltek Costpoint highly preferred)
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with government contracts and regulatory compliance is a plus.
Active DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead the financial planning and analysis process, including indirect budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Lead and participate in the creation, submission, and auditing of the Forward Pricing Rates Proposal (FPRP) and the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.
Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management and business leaders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Program Finance, Accounting, AR, etc.) to gather and analyze financial data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Prepare and present financial reports, including variance analysis, to senior leadership.
Support the development and execution of business strategies by providing financial analysis and recommendations.
Provide data and analysis in support of various internal and external audits.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations.
Mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Ad-hoc reporting