Program Financial Analyst

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by CAES
Lancaster, PA
Accountancy
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Us:

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives.  Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

CAES is a defense, aerospace, cyber security, energy, and transportation products group. CAES manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.

We are an industry leader in the design, manufacture, support of advanced integrated RF systems for high performance Electronic Warfare, Radar/Communications, flight test and instrumentation systems.  Our products are used by US and international customers in manned aircraft, UAVs, space launch vehicles, missiles and guided weapons applications.

Are you up for challenges?  CAES is looking for a Team Player to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the Lancaster facility. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, and being able to adapt to a rapidly changing production environment brings with it an exciting opportunity to influence the successful execution of production goals and achieving operational excellence.  

The most important thing we build is TRUST

Overview:

CAES Mission Systems, Lancaster PA is seeking a Program Financial Analyst. In this role, you will be a key team member responsible for program financial planning and analysis, while enhancing value and visibility to the Program Management Office (PMO).  Your direct efforts will drive more proactive decision making and improve the profitability of our business. This position is ideal for those looking to work in a highly visible team environment with opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a  team player who supports the shared success of the team, join us!

Responsibilities:

Perform as a subject matter expert on various program finance processes and procedures

Cultivating and maintaining cross functional partnership with Program Management, Contracts, Procurement, Operations, and Engineering

Creating work breakdown structures (WBS), charge numbers, and assigning Task Order Assignments within Oracle ERP

Developing time-phased program baselines to track cost and schedule for a portfolio of programs

Utilizing an Earned Value Management System (EVM) to track, measure, and analyze program costs, status, and performance

Tracking material expenditures from a consolidated bill of material (CBOM) and monitoring production touch labor

Utilizing data collection and reporting systems to provide weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting to support internal and external customers

Providing variance analysis and assessing program risks and opportunities

Forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing key program metrics (Orders, Sales, Gross Margin, Shipments, Cash) analysis and reporting to senior leadership

Contribute to Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP)

Working collaboratively with program team and senior leadership to generate and present financial metrics on program performance

Developing and analyzing program estimates at complete (EACs) for Gross Margin adjustments

Helping to develop standardized Program Finance policies and procedures

Supporting proposal development, fact finding, audits, and negotiations

Supporting special projects and Kaizen events to continually improve business processes

Qualifications:

Minimum:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 2 years' of relevant experience in a finance or accounting role; or Master's Degree and minimum 1 year finance/accounting experience

Microsoft Office proficiency and Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPS, SUMIFS, pivot tables, etc.)

This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

​ Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 5 years' relevant experience in a finance or accounting role; or Master's Degree and minimum 3 years' relevant experience in a finance or accounting role

Previous Defense Industry experience

Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

Familiarity with Oracle, IFS or other ERP systems

Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively interact with Program Managers and across other functional areas

Independent self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work under deadlines and constraints

Location:

Position can be based out of our facility in Lancaster, PA or Lansdale, PA. Preferred location would be Lancaster or willingness to travel on a routine basis to support the team on-site.

Salary Range: Financial Analyst II ($65,203 - $94,608) and Financial Analyst III ($72,874 - $109,311). Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. 

#LI-JM1

Employment Transparency:

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

Other benefits include:

Comprehensive PTO, Paid Vacation and Paid Family Leave Programs.

Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement

9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule

Tailored Management/Leadership Training

Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry.  From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email

Reference: 200006125

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Program Financial Analyst

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by CAES

Lancaster, PA
Accountancy
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Us:

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives.  Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

CAES is a defense, aerospace, cyber security, energy, and transportation products group. CAES manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.

We are an industry leader in the design, manufacture, support of advanced integrated RF systems for high performance Electronic Warfare, Radar/Communications, flight test and instrumentation systems.  Our products are used by US and international customers in manned aircraft, UAVs, space launch vehicles, missiles and guided weapons applications.

Are you up for challenges?  CAES is looking for a Team Player to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at the Lancaster facility. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, and being able to adapt to a rapidly changing production environment brings with it an exciting opportunity to influence the successful execution of production goals and achieving operational excellence.  

The most important thing we build is TRUST

Overview:

CAES Mission Systems, Lancaster PA is seeking a Program Financial Analyst. In this role, you will be a key team member responsible for program financial planning and analysis, while enhancing value and visibility to the Program Management Office (PMO).  Your direct efforts will drive more proactive decision making and improve the profitability of our business. This position is ideal for those looking to work in a highly visible team environment with opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a  team player who supports the shared success of the team, join us!

Responsibilities:

Perform as a subject matter expert on various program finance processes and procedures

Cultivating and maintaining cross functional partnership with Program Management, Contracts, Procurement, Operations, and Engineering

Creating work breakdown structures (WBS), charge numbers, and assigning Task Order Assignments within Oracle ERP

Developing time-phased program baselines to track cost and schedule for a portfolio of programs

Utilizing an Earned Value Management System (EVM) to track, measure, and analyze program costs, status, and performance

Tracking material expenditures from a consolidated bill of material (CBOM) and monitoring production touch labor

Utilizing data collection and reporting systems to provide weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting to support internal and external customers

Providing variance analysis and assessing program risks and opportunities

Forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing key program metrics (Orders, Sales, Gross Margin, Shipments, Cash) analysis and reporting to senior leadership

Contribute to Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRSP)

Working collaboratively with program team and senior leadership to generate and present financial metrics on program performance

Developing and analyzing program estimates at complete (EACs) for Gross Margin adjustments

Helping to develop standardized Program Finance policies and procedures

Supporting proposal development, fact finding, audits, and negotiations

Supporting special projects and Kaizen events to continually improve business processes

Qualifications:

Minimum:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 2 years' of relevant experience in a finance or accounting role; or Master's Degree and minimum 1 year finance/accounting experience

Microsoft Office proficiency and Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPS, SUMIFS, pivot tables, etc.)

This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

​ Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 5 years' relevant experience in a finance or accounting role; or Master's Degree and minimum 3 years' relevant experience in a finance or accounting role

Previous Defense Industry experience

Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

Familiarity with Oracle, IFS or other ERP systems

Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively interact with Program Managers and across other functional areas

Independent self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work under deadlines and constraints

Location:

Position can be based out of our facility in Lancaster, PA or Lansdale, PA. Preferred location would be Lancaster or willingness to travel on a routine basis to support the team on-site.

Salary Range: Financial Analyst II ($65,203 - $94,608) and Financial Analyst III ($72,874 - $109,311). Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. 

#LI-JM1

Employment Transparency:

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

Other benefits include:

Comprehensive PTO, Paid Vacation and Paid Family Leave Programs.

Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement

9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule

Tailored Management/Leadership Training

Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry.  From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email

Reference: 200006125

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