Job Description
Job Overview:
Job Description
The finance organization is a trusted business partner delivering information and innovative solutions for decision-making in order to deliver quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. We are committed to employee growth and development allowing employees to build a long term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day to day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work.
Job Description, & Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Project finance plans, controls, and reports program performance relating to cost and schedule according to the Earned Value Management System. Project finance is a well-rounded role that introduces an employee to the various facets of BAE Systems finance. This role specifically supports the C1 LRASM program within the Small Form Factor (SFFS) Product Line in the Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) Business Area. This role offers experience in a growing area with engaging programs. We are looking for an individual excited by the prospect to grow their Financial Analyst skills by supporting a multi-faceted program that drives key financial peformance for the business in a fast-paced environment.
This role will be conducted in a Hybrid work format, with the individual splitting their time between our offices at the specified site, and remotely. Our preference for this role, is that the individual reside within a comfortable daily commute of our BAE Systems sites either in Nashua, NH or Totowa, NJ.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related degree / equivalent experience; 2+ years of professional work experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Demonstrated problem solving and in-depth analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate and present financial data to other functions in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner
Strong interpersonal skills to influence cross-functional work teams
Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast paced environment
Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures.
Preferred Skills and Education
Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, ProPricer, and Cobra
Experience with project forecasting and analysis, particularly in a US Defense environment
Experience in program finance and/or other finance functional disciplines
Understanding and knowledge industry practices and standards as well as company policies
Currently holding a Secret clearance is preferred, but not required
