Senior Financial Analyst
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Financial Manager, Corporate Finance
Senior Financial Analyst at Saab summary:
Senior Financial Analyst supporting DoD and commercial contracts within Saab’s Surveillance Systems division, responsible for contract-level forecasting, earned value management, budgeting, revenue recognition, and compliance with government contracting regulations. The role leads proposal costing and pricing, prepares financial reports, advises program teams and senior management on financial health, and drives process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency. Requires a Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting, 6+ years’ experience, proficiency with Excel and EVM, familiarity with U.S. GAAP/IFRS and government contracting (FAR/DFARS/CAS);
US work-authorization required.
Saab, Inc.’s Surveillance Systems division is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Business Finance organization. This position reports directly to the Surveillance Systems Defense Finance Manager and provides a wide range of financial support for Department of Defense (DoD) and other contracts.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Support assigned contracts and interface with program teams to track and forecast financial performance.
Perform Earned Value Management (EVM) for assigned programs.
Develop and maintain program budget baselines, including work authorization and baseline change requests.
Forecast and track revenue recognition, cash flow, program expenditures, and Estimates at Completion (EAC), providing timely variance analysis.
Review program contracts to ensure business compliance with all clauses and DoD regulations.
Track program receivables and identify opportunities to improve cash flow.
Collaborate across functions to ensure contracts are executed within budget and delivered on schedule.
Lead proposal costing and pricing efforts, including cash flow analysis and review of RFP clauses for compliance.
Advise program team members and senior management on the financial health of programs.
Prepare and present internal and external financial reports.
Partner with Program Managers and the Finance Manager to ensure program forecasts are accurately reflected in business P&L statements and cash flow forecasts for the annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying, proposing, and implementing ideas that enhance accuracy and efficiency in reporting.
Work Location: This position may be based in our Syracuse, NY office or performed remotely.
Compensation Range: $80,900 - $101,100
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting. MBA preferred, but not required.
6+ years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and graphing.
Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts, systems, and reporting.
Proficiency with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and other general accounting principles.
U.S. Government contracting experience desired, including familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and CAS rules and regulations.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and work effectively at all organizational levels.
Effective problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
Desired
Qualifications:
Familiarity with Oracle E-Business Suite or other ERP systems, Cobra and other financial management software preferred.
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a…
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