Capture Lead Financial Analyst
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · Poway, CA · 4 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Mastery of DCF analysis, including the calculation of Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
- Advanced Excel & Modeling Proficiency: Mastery of complex financial modeling in Excel, including three-statement models (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning
- Aerospace & Defense Contract Financials: Deep understanding of defense-specific contract structures, including progress payments, milestone-based billing, and hybrid financing mechanisms
- Quantitative & Analytical Rigor: Strong capability in financial math (NPV, IRR, WACC) and debt modeling, particularly when evaluating project financing
- Strategic Adaptability: Evidence of "deal sense" or "commercial acumen” the ability to anticipate the financial impact of supply chain volatility, shifting production backlogs, and global policy changes on cash flow
- Cross-Functional Communication: Demonstrated ability to act as a bridge between technical engineering/program teams and non-financial leadership to explain how operational risks translate to financial impacts
- Provide financial oversight for program schedule, cash flow, risk & opportunities, and margin summary throughout the budgetary & proposal process
- Aligning FP&A financial forecast, including annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts and monthly bid & proposal variance reporting
- Operate as lead finance POC for all direct commercial sale (DCS) budgetary and proposal efforts
- Support internal and external audit responses
Qualifications
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and fifteen or more years of progressive cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor.
- May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Must demonstrate detailed expertise of project planning, execution and forecasting
- Experience in organizational and operational problem resolution
- Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interpret and explain complex financial issues
- Experience utilizing EVMS techniques
- Customer focused
- Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required