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Principal FP&A Analyst
BAE Systems
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Staff / Principal
3 weeks ago
92,180 – 156,707
- Excel
- ERP
- SAP
- Oracle
- Data Visualization
- Power BI
- Tableau
- DFARS
- SOX
- Pension
3 weeks ago
Job Description
BAE Systems Maritime Solution is searching for a Financial Planning & Control analyst to join our dynamic team. This role serves as a primary financial partner to the business unit, ensuring that operational decisions are backed by rigorous financial modeling and that the business remains aligned with BAE Systems' overarching financial goals.Key Responsibilities
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development of the annual operating plan (AOP) and periodic rolling forecasts. Analyze variances between actuals and budgets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Strategic Analysis: Develop complex financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, capital expenditures (CapEx), and program profitability within the maritime solutions business unit.
- Reporting & Dashboards: Create and maintain monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership, translating raw data into actionable insights regarding revenue, margins, and overhead spending.
- Operational Partnership: Collaborate with program managers and operational leads to track project milestones and ensure financial alignment with technical execution.
- Cash Flow Management: Monitor working capital, including unbilled receivables and deferred revenue, to optimize the business unit's cash position.
Required Skills and Education
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related experience in a quantitative field
- Experience: 3–6 years of experience in corporate finance or FP&A, preferably within the defense, aerospace, or maritime industries.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, macros, and data manipulation).
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong aptitude for data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to synthesize large datasets into concise executive summaries.
Preferred Skills and Education
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with government contracting, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS), and SOX Compliance.
- Communication: Ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
- Earned Value Management: Experience leading or working on a contractual EVMS or EVMS light program a plus.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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).
- Sector: Platforms & Services
- Job Category: Finance & Accounting
- Salary Min Point: 92180
- Salary Max Point: 156707
- Referral Bonus: 500
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Experienced
- Travel Percentage:<10%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: None
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Principal FP&A Analyst · BAE Systems