Sr. Specialist, Cost and Rates Planning

L3Harris Technologies•Mason, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Space & Sensors (S&S) division Finance team within the IMS segment of L3Harris. This role has responsibility for overhead planning and analysis functions for the division, which primarily includes working with assigned department managers for the development of the annual operating budgets and any associated estimate at complete (EAC) forecasts throughout the year, analyzing results for management, financial modeling, supporting the annual submission of a Forward Pricing Rate Proposal to the government, including a detailed mid-year review/forecast for updates as needed and supporting any associated audits by Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). About Space & Sensors: L3Harris Space & Sensors Division, headquartered in Mason, Ohio, designs, develops, and manufactures complex systems (electronic, avionics, transceivers, transmitters, electro-optical, and electro-mechanical) for the defense, aerospace, and commercial markets. L3Harris is a recognized leader in Electro-Optical technologies that enable systems to support surveillance, reconnaissance, threat detection, and self-protection missions. Our world-class Space Avionics systems include equipment for Mars Rover/Landers/Orbiters, Launch Vehicles, and Imaging Satellite Communications. Space & Sensors team members bring their passion for innovation and engineering, their desire to push the envelope to adapt, communicate, and deliver on highly reliable mission-critical systems. We offer an alternative 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals. Focused on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where employees can grow and develop professionally, employees can get engaged with several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), participate in monthly activities hosted by our Employee Engagement Committee or get involved with volunteer opportunities through our L3Harris Investing for Tomorrow community program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Must have intermediate to expert level Microsoft Office skills, including 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel focusing on pivots, vlookups, macros and other features.
5+ years of experience with budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting and reporting to include variance explanations.
Due to site requirements, must be a United States Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related major preferred
1+ years of experience with Program Finance
Experience with Oracle ERP and Hyperion Planning
Exceptional organizational skills, enabling monitoring of key due dates and activities and a flexible planner in terms of daily activities with ability to adapt to changing requirements and priorities
Strong customer service approach, self-directed, assertive, with a positive attitude
Ability to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals, at all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

Prepare Department Operating overhead budgets and provide detailed analysis of monthly performance and forecasts.
Provide financial support as required for special project development work.
Serve as a financial business partner to our internal customers within assigned departments, including identifying cost drivers, tracking affordability initiatives and supporting ad hoc requests.
Assist month-end accounting close by analyzing significant accounts and supplier invoicing activity for proper accruals and prepaid activity.
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements.
Preparation of ad hoc reporting and assistance with special projects, as requested.
Support audits (External Audit, Internal Audit, and SOX).

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