Finance Analyst

About the Role

This is an entry-level Finance Analyst position within a 36-month Rotation Program. The role offers an opportunity to enhance organizational performance and profitability by supporting defense services. Participants will build relationships with senior finance leadership and complete three developmental rotations over 36 months in areas such as:

• Internal Controls
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Business Analysis
• Rates and Billing

Key Responsibilities

• Provide complete financial analysis support and control.
• Prepare and review balance sheet and P&L data for senior management.
• Assist with the development of company operating plan and forecast updates.
• Monitor actual results compared to plan/forecast and identify variances.
• Prepare and present summary financial status reports to management and customers.
• Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements to GD Corporate office.
• Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control.
• Perform assigned audits in accordance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, including fieldwork testing, preparing work papers, and reporting audit findings and recommendations for process improvements.
• Conduct entrance and exit conferences for audits.
• Update desk manuals, policies, and procedures to improve internal controls and compliance systems.
• Analyze actual department costs, rate performance, and research charges to assist in controlling costs and meeting budgeted targets.
• Prepare firm-fixed-price, cost-plus, and commercial invoices.
• Monitor and track accounts receivable.
• Review, track, and maintain billing information, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Solid computer skills including MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• General knowledge of Power BI.
• Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence concepts and their applications in financial analysis.
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Must be able to travel 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience.
• General knowledge of Internal General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Billing functions.
• General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Developing analytical skills including the ability to analyze data and reconcile financial accounts.
• General knowledge of General Dynamics Systems and policies, Government Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Earned Value Management System.
• General knowledge of revenue recognition concepts and accounting for Government contracts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team process skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and risk management skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, effective communication skills, and an interest in advancing the business and their careers.
• Capable of obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance after hire.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Location

• Scottsdale, Arizona

Salary Range

• USD $66,465.00/Yr. - USD $71,917.00/Yr.