Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading provider of remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Financial Services team is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the Engineering organization. This role involves developing and maintaining financial forecasting and analytical approaches aligned with Engineering objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a business partner to the Engineering leadership team, guiding financial decisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, and other departments to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
• Support and lead Engineering finance processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews.
• Oversee key financial metrics including engineering labor utilization, indirect rates, overhead, IRAD, and bid/proposal costs.
• Develop and maintain annual operating plans, forward pricing rate proposals, monthly estimates-at-complete, and quarterly forecasts for Engineering.
• Prepare and support executive-level presentations, including financial reports and ad-hoc analysis.
• Maintain and update financial controls and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor and support the implementation of new financial practices and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Work safely according to established procedures and practices.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and ten or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor.
• Customer-focused leadership, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to influence senior leaders and external parties on finance matters.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data visualization, and presentation development.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (or similar ERP system) for reporting, cost analysis, and forecasting.
• Experience building and maintaining financial data models for Engineering forecasts, headcount planning, investment cases, and rate analysis.
• Experience supporting Engineering, R&D, or complex program environments within a government contractor setting.