Program Financial Analyst - support all phases of contract - proposal prep to contract closeout

Program Financial Analyst Position Overview:

Candidate will be responsible for the implementation of standard EVMS guidelines, supporting program schedule (MS Project), proposal pricing and program planning & control practices supporting major programs.

Analysts are intimately involved in and support all phases of a contract, from proposal preparation through contract closeout.  Financial Analysts are Management’s resource to assist with the process of making sound business decisions.  As a result, ad hoc analysis may be required.  In addition to participating in the bid process, Analysts assist Program Management & Project Engineering in establishing the baseline and earned value criteria for the program.  Analysts must understand the requirements of their internal customers and provide useful, timely data to assist in the decision-making process. 

Analysts provide the financial analysis which forms the backbone of the division’s regular Program Reviews given by Program Management.  This analysis of program status includes Actuals, ETC, EAC and Earned Value (where applicable) based on inputs from the program team. 

In situations where a contract calls for regular customer reporting (such as those defined in CDRLs), the Analyst prepares reports for submission to the customer by Contracts/Program Management not later than the agreed-upon due date. The analyst will ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing preparation of expenditures projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the customer.

Analysts maintain current, accurate and complete files which support the financial baselines being reported, including the Quad Chart content.  Analysts ensure that actual cost reported agree to the General Ledger and that all estimates provided by other functional organizations are properly supported. 

Department Organization:

Program Finance is a service organization providing support to functional organizations including Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing and Contracts to help execute a given program within established cost and schedule targets. 

Performance Objectives:

The most important performance objective for a Program Financial Analyst is to execute highly complex, accurate and complete financial analysis of proposals, contracts and programs.  To function as a successful Financial Analyst you will do the following:

• Become familiar with all applicable L-3 SEO process/procedures, reporting requirements, within 3 months.
• Upon award of a contract, establish baseline EAC by element of cost; Monitor and track incurred costs vs. EAC costs by program; Prepare, analyze and present EAC variance analyses;  Recommend and implement process improvements to the EAC process.
• Provide guidance and leadership to others within the department.
• As an ISO Certified Company, it is important to follow internal process to ensure conformance to established policies/procedures and support our ISO quality system by assisting in the development of quality system documentation.   

ADA Requirements:

·         Ability to use standard office equipment in a manufacturing and engineering environment.

·         Requires technical aptitude and the desire to learn about our technology, products and mission.

·         Must be capable of coordinating and communicating effectively with other departments and customers, both internal and external.

Basic Qualifications & Education:

• Minimum of 8 years experience working in EVMS, Financial Analysis, or other related function in a high tech or aerospace environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of MS Project, ProPricer, FAR compliant proposal  and government Contracting is highly desired.
• Able to successfully work in a team environment and develop strong working relationships with coworkers, especially within Program Management, Contracts and fellow Finance professionals. 
• Highly organized and able to independently prioritize workload.
• Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent experience is required.
• It is possible that this position may require a security clearance; applicants must meet eligibility requirements to obtain access to classified information.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder) to be considered for employment with L-3 SEO.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks standard.

For a complete job description and to apply to this job,

please visit our website at www.l-3com.com/sonomaeo. 

Resumes are only accepted via our online application process.

L-3 Sonoma EO is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.