Finance Analyst

About the Role

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an opening for an entry-level Finance Analyst in a 36-month Rotation Program. This program offers the opportunity to enhance organizational performance and profitability supporting defense services. The role involves three developmental rotations over 36 months within teams such as Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Business Analysis, and Rates & Billing.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing complete financial analysis support and control.
• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet and P&L data for senior management.
• Assisting with the development of company operating plan and forecast updates.
• Monitoring actual results compared to plan/forecast and identifying variances.
• Preparing and presenting summary financial status reports to management and customers.
• Performing month-end and quarter-end close activities.
• Assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements to GD Corporate office.
• Examining and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Performing 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.
• Conducting entrance and exit conferences for audits.
• Updating desk manuals, policies, and procedures to improve internal controls and compliance systems.
• Analyzing actual department costs, rate performance, and researching charges to assist in cost control and meeting budgeted targets.
• Preparing firm-fixed-price, cost-plus, and commercial invoices.
• Monitoring and tracking accounts receivable.
• Reviewing, tracking, and maintaining billing information, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance after hire.
• Applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.
• General knowledge of Power BI.
• Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence concepts and their applications in financial analysis.

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.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of finance technology, automation tools, data analytics, Python, or robotic process automation.
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.
• Exemplary analytical and risk management skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking.
• Effective communication skills.
• Interest in advancing the business and careers.
• Capable of obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance.

Target salary range: USD $66,465.00/Yr. - USD $71,917.00/Yr.

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.