Business Analysis Financial Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Responsibilities of the role: 

Ready to be a leader with a company that is committed to pushing the limits of advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders keep our nation safe.

 

As a Senior Finance Specialist, you will support GDMS Senior Leadership to enhance the performance and profitability of our organization, which supports critical defense services. You will play a crucial role in setting financial targets for departments and cost pools, delivering insightful variance commentary on actual performance, driving strategic planning and ensuring financial success. Acting as a financial resource for the functions you support, you will create deliverables and perform analysis that support decision-making by GDMS Executives. Additionally, you will perform studies and summarize recommendations related to investment/business opportunities, future trends, and the impact of governmental requirements/financial regulations, along with month-end close activities for assigned areas.

What you’ll experience:

• An atmosphere that prioritizes fiduciary responsibility, provides opportunities for growth, and celebrates achievements and contributions.

• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next.

• Opportunities to gain new knowledge as it’s discovered.

• The ability to support the overall success of the organization.

• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree.

• Certificates in Data Analytics, Python or Robotics Process Automation preferred.

• Advanced knowledge in Tableau and/or PowerBI Dashboards.

• Solid technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit and reporting requirements.

• Experience using Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Oracle Cloud.

• Advanced proficiency in MSExcel, MSWord and MSPowerPoint, including Excel PivotTables and Slicers.

What sets you apart:

• Superb Communication Skills.

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task.

• A commitment to ongoing personal development and growth.

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success.

• Desire to understand and develop next-gen finance technology.

• Strong accountability, both of self and the ability to hold others accountable.

Other items of note:

This position cannot be fully remote. Applicants must be willing to work on-site in Scottsdale, AZ with 'flex schedule' options.

Salary Note

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.

Combined Salary Range

USD $75,567.00 - USD $81,766.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans