The selected candidate will be responsible for filling the role of financial analyst, supporting various SCMS programs and miscellaneous task order awards, including some potential new contracts. As a financial analyst, you will prepare weekly and monthly financial reports that are delivered to the customer; analyze weekly general ledger reports from COGNOS and provide recommendations to contract program managers for increased financial success; prepare and submit adjusting entries as required when errors are discovered; review and approve contract modifications; enter budget and task information in local financial system and internal project set-up forms; manage subcontractor financial budgets and expenditures, including reviewing and approving subcontractor invoices; prepare and submit limitation of funds notifications; review revenue on a monthly basis and request corrections as needed; prepare financial portions of project performance reviews on a monthly basis, including the Contract Status Reports (CSRs); prepare and submit estimates for the customer; assist with quarterly financial forecasting; perform analysis for funding de-obligations and provide approved amounts to the customer; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Preferred Skills and Education
CostPoint/Deltek and Cognos experience
Experience with managing cost-plus task order contracts
Master's degree in finance or related field
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).