Director FP&A

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$165K — $224K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Proficiency with business software tools and analytics platforms
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards
  • Advanced forecasting capabilities, especially with P&L performance
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial planning and analysis for the division
  • Oversee development of annual budgets and financial forecasts
  • Produce monthly financial performance analyses
  • Manage division-level cash forecasting
  • Monitor improvements in working capital metrics
  • Direct monthly and quarterly financial close processes
  • Support senior leadership through strategic analysis and ad-hoc assessments

Benefits

  • Multiple medical plan options, including HSAs
  • Dental and vision plan options
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Flexible work schedules and various paid time off plans
  • Short and long-term disability benefits
  • Life insurance and accident coverage
  • Regular review of benefits to ensure competitiveness
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Finance

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Budgeting, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Forecasting
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

Support mission-critical initiatives and enable the growth of our business as a Director of FP&A at GDIT. Here, you'll become an integral part of how GDIT is able to ensure the safety and security of our nation.

This role will lead the development of the annual strategic plan and oversee quarterly financial forecasts. Manages monthly and quarterly close activities and all related financial reporting. Directs forecasting of key working-capital metrics, including DSO.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:
  • Lead the financial planning and analysis function for a division, ensuring strong partnership with operational and cross-functional leaders.
  • Oversee development of annual budgets, multi-year operating plans, and recurring financial forecasts.
  • Produce monthly financial performance analyses comparing actual results to plans and forecasts, including key metrics such as revenue, earnings, orders, and investment levels.
  • Manage division-level cash forecasting and support initiatives to improve cash performance.
  • Monitor and drive improvements in working capital metrics, including days sales outstanding (DSO).
  • Direct the monthly and quarterly financial close processes and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting.
  • Support senior and executive leadership through special projects, strategic analysis, and ad-hoc financial assessments as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related discipline, with a minimum of five (5+) years of relevant professional experience.
  • Proficiency with standard business software tools and analytics platforms.
  • Demonstrated experience working with enterprise business systems and financial management applications.
  • Strong understanding of applicable regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Advanced forecasting capabilities, including the ability to model full P&L performance and assess how operational or strategic decisions impact financial outcomes; Skilled at translating insights into actionable guidance for business leaders.
  • Deep knowledge of financial analysis principles, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Comprehensive understanding of various contract structures and their financial implications.
  • Strong grasp of cost structures and allocation methodologies, with the ability to apply this knowledge to support pricing strategies and business cases.
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and improve policies, processes, and operating procedures.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively.
  • Capable of articulating a clear team vision, aligning work to organizational goals, and supporting the development of career paths within the team.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and project-management skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrates creativity and critical thinking by developing new ideas, approaches, and financial methods while evaluating their potential impact on the business.
  • Location: Hybrid schedule minimum 3 days/week in the Falls Church, VA office.
  • US Person required


The likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid

Work Location:
USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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