Financial Analyst - Program Controls

Earned Value Finance Analyst

BAE Systems is seeking an Earned Value Finance Analyst with exceptional analytic skills to join the STS Planning & Control team. The successful candidate will have some experience with Earned Value rhythms and processes, be able to fill the role of partnering with Cost Account Managers (CAMs), have exceptional attention to detail, be able to follow guidelines ensuring proper cost control, and perform as part of the team delivering a monthly CDRL to our customer.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Following a monthly battle rhythm with financial month-end close activities, data preparation for CAMs, report finalization, and assistance with analysis of data.
• Supporting surveillance audits
• Project setup within Oracle, appropriate cost control aligned with contract terms and adherence to FAR and CAS guidelines.
• Ensuring sound data between our accounting system and our EV systems
• Interfacing with Program Finance and Program Office for monthly financial forecasts, issues, concerns, and status.
• Developing and maintaining program artifacts and documentation

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Self-motivated with a bias for action, process/results oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
• Familiarity with EV principles
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make decisions with sound judgement while complying with policies and procedures
• Problem solving, must be detail oriented with meticulous record keeping skills
• Ability to work limited overtime (days, evenings, weekends) to meet critical business needs
• Ability to work cooperatively across multiple Finance and non-Finance functions
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience with Oracle, OBIEE, PM Compass, Deltek COBRA, Open Plan, Microsoft Project
• 2 years of experience supporting an Earned Value program

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $66084 - $112343. Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services:

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repairjust to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.