Financial Analyst I

Job Description
The selected candidate will be responsible for filling the role of Program Financial Analyst I, supporting Materiel Solutions (MS) projects in Fort Walton Beach, FL & Rome, NY.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Monitors and reports costs and schedules for contracts within MS; participate in the tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk.
• The candidate must have good communication skills as the position will have significant interaction with Finance Manager, Project Managers, and many other functional organizations.
• Develop cost and financial reports to support government contract and internal business reporting requirements

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Program Start-Up, Program Maintenance, Program Close-Out, Performance Analysis, Time and Labor Recording, Reporting, and Analysis, Subcontractor Maintenance, Monthly Financial Close, and Customer Reporting
• Interface with Program Management and Finance in the development of Annual Plans and Quarterly Forecasts including risk and opportunity analysis for consolidation in Business Area and Sector strategic planning
• A broad knowledge of accounting, billing, and finance would greatly benefit the performance of these duties

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business admin, or related major; or Associate’s degree in finance / business admin, or related major and 2+ years’ experience; or High School Diploma and 4+ years
• Computer competency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Problem solving and in-depth research and analytical skills; must be detail oriented with meticulous record-keeping skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills used to interface with program management and Financial Analysts
• Effective communication including written, verbal, non-verbal, and using remote audio/video communication software
• Multi-tasking and time management skills essential for success in this position
• Ability to perform under direct guidance and achieve job objectives with a significant degree of independence, deadline driven

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $43920 - $74700
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 Intelligence & Security
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 team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.