Job Abstract

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Working with senior management, this person will be a major contributor to a team responsible for developing and monitoring functional budgets, analyzing indirect rate variances, supporting Forward Pricing and quarterly updates, and assisting management in the timely response to DCMA and DCAA questions. This individual must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, with the capacity to provide ad hoc reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong communications skills with ability to interact with multiple levels of management. This position exercises judgment within generally defined precedents and policies to ensure that financial planning and cost control activities meet overall objectives. This person responds to inquiries, identifies issues, and develops solutions to complex and diverse challenges concerning a variety of financial data, some of which contain confidential and sensitive information, which require tact and discretion in handling. This individual makes internal and external presentations and may represent the company as the primary financial contact. This position may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.

?DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Possesses finance experience in the aerospace/defense industry; understands Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

• Coordinates inputs from departmental and indirect function leads, representing them through the entire budgetary / planning / execution process and includes their buy-in of the numbers, resulting in the development of annual budgets and forecasts.

• Develops financial models for forecasting, trending, and results analyses.

• Oversees monthly analysis of rate performance, including expense and base information on a year to date, full year, and year over year basis.

• Provides variance reporting and analysis to senior management.

• Possesses a strong understanding of SAP Business Intelligence reporting and Microsoft Suite products.

• Works with finance staff to identify and correct issues; recommends improvements to current forecasting / budgeting processes.

• Partner with other groups within Finance & Administration and GA Corporate to provide thorough financial support.

• Develops, analyzes, and maintains metric reporting for various operations.

• Provide guidance and participate in the design of department and operational procedures to ensure improved efficiency.

• Monitor and review reporting of disclosed practices to ensure compliance with requirements.

• Streamlines processes to reduce time dedicated to collecting and analyzing data.

• Interfaces with DCMA, DCAA and external auditors on a variety of inquiries.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and six or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of industry and government cost accounting principles, theories and concepts and a complete and thorough knowledge of cost accounting practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity;
  • excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present accounting and finance findings;
  • excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees, including senior managers and senior external parties on accounting and finance matters;
  • the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
  • the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects;
  • the ability to represent the department or company on projects ; and
  • excellent computer skills. Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.