Financial Analyst III

Financial Analyst III page is loaded## Financial Analyst III locations:
Simi Valley, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
6773
** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
**** Summary
* * The
** Financial Analyst III
** is responsible for the development and maintenance of program financial plans in support of multiple products and business areas. This position will work within a team environment comprised of Program Management, Finance, Technical and other supporting staff.
** Position Responsibilities
*** Acts as a billing liaison between Finance, Contracts, and Accounts Receivable to facilitate accurate and timely government billings
* Supports billing execution by validating billed vs. unbilled balances, investigating billing delays, and resolving discrepancies
* Assists Program Finance with rolling billing forecasts and cash flow projections
* Responds to billing-related inquiries from internal stakeholders and corporate finance
* Supports the evolution and continuous improvement of billing models, tools, and processes
* Support and maintenance of complex revenue forecasting & revenue accrual models
* Performs ad-hoc analysis, identify trends and prepares ad-hoc financial reports with recommendations for improvements
* Analyze large volumes of data using worksheet/database skills to provide meaningful information for decision making
* Prepares monthly financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts
* Reviews, analyzes, and interprets financial & budgetary reports to develop observations and preliminary recommendations
* Prepares and communicates variances to management
* Supports the month end close and prepares monthly financial reporting packages
* Performs a variety of special projects, financial presentations, and financial analysis
* Ensures compliance with internal procedures and government procurement regulations
* Other duties as assigned
** Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
*** Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* Minimum of 5 - 8 years of in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a government contracting and manufacturing environment
* Current expertise in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel required)
* Must be able to effectively work with other users, finance, planners and support staff in achieving results
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile complex billing data across systems
* Ability to translate billing data into clear explanations for non-billing stakeholders
* Selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, utilizing good judgment
* Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
* Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
** Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
*** Experience with government billing systems and processes (e.g., WAWF) preferred
* Understanding of government invoicing, liquidation, and progress billing concepts
* Experience in project controls and/or financial planning in a government contracting environment is highly preferred
* Knowledge of Government Cost accounting principles and FAR preferred
* Experience using Oracle Fusion preferred
* Working knowledge of ERP, SCM, and CRM software/applications
* Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
* Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
* Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
* Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
** Physical Demands
*** Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
* Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
** Clearance Level
** No Clearance The salary range for this role is:$88,000 - $124,740

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated…