Kollsman

Financial Analyst III

Kollsman$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA/CMA is a plus.
  • 3+ years of relevant Accounting/Finance experience preferred.
  • Experience in revenue and cost accounting, commercial and government contracting is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition and GAAP is required.
  • Strong skills in communication, organization, and analysis.
  • Proficient in multitasking and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced MS Excel skills including complex formulas and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

  • Generate accurate and timely Sales & Margin reports and reconcile revenue and costs.
  • Lead reconciliation processes for monthly Revenue & Cost of Goods Sold.
  • Oversee project finance activities, including financial data setup and account analysis.
  • Support complex accounting for government projects including revenue and cost analysis.
  • Analyze manufacturing costs to identify trends and enhance efficiency.
  • Establish and maintain annual standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
  • Assist with inventory valuation and contribute to inventory control strategies.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule for every other Friday off.
  • Competitive 401(k) plan and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Flexible Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
  • Paid Parental Leave and a robust Employee Referral Program.
  • Availability of voluntary benefits such as long-term care and identity theft insurance.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Financial Analyst has a critical role in analyzing, tracking, and optimizing revenue, cost, and profitability for the growing $450M+ Warfighter Systems division. This Accounting/Finance role will cross-functionally support teams including Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, Business Development, and Program Management. Using data and analysis, this role provides insights into key revenue and cost drivers and supports decision-making processes.

Key job responsibilities include:
  • Generate accurate and timely reports, including key Sales & Margin and Orders reports. Analyze, report, and reconcile revenue, orders, cost of goods sold, production costs, and variance analysis.
  • Lead monthly Revenue & Cost of Goods Sold reconciliation processes. Own revenue recognition related processes, including closing, reporting, and audit related activities.
  • Own Program/Project Finance related activities. Help set up new projects in the financial system, ensuring accurate business partner, contract, and other financial data. Analyze and reconcile revenue/invoicing, cost/inventory, and related balance sheet accounts.
  • Support complex Percentage of Cost Completion (POCC) accounting for select government projects. Own project setup and analysis, including revenue, cost, and inventory. Resolve issues. Prepare related monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Analyze manufacturing costs, including direct and indirect materials, labor, and overhead expenses. Identify key cost drivers, trends, and areas for improvement to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Establish and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead. Review and update standard costs annually, ensuring alignment with current market conditions and manufacturing practices.
  • Assist with inventory valuation, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods. Perform regular inventory reconciliations and identify discrepancies or variances. Contribute to inventory control strategies to avoid excess or obsolete inventory.
  • Support quarterly physical inventories and weekly cycle count processes. Own monthly bonded stock and ship-in-place inventory review, analysis, and audit related activities.
  • Perform monthly closing activities, journal entries, and reporting as required. Own related account reconciliation processes. Utilize BlackLine system for closing and reconciliation tracking.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies. Maintain SOX controls and procedures. Support internal and external E&Y audit testing and requests as required.
  • Partner with Finance & IT teams to support key Accounting/Finance processes in legacy ERP system and new A&D Infor ERP system being implemented at Roanoke site.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA/CMA is a plus but not required.
  • Minimum of 3+ years of relevant Accounting/Finance work experience preferred.
  • Direct experience working in revenue and cost accounting, commercial and government contracting, and a manufacturing environment is a plus for this role.
  • Working knowledge of ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, and ERP systems (Infor preferred).
  • Excellent analytical, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in fast-paced environment.
  • Overall mindset of continuous improvement. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be able to proactively identify and implement process improvements.
  • Advanced expertise with MS Excel, including complex formulas and pivot tables.

Why Roanoke, Virginia?
  • Lower cost of living
  • Family-friendly area
  • Career and economic growth
  • Scenic beauty
  • Outdoor enthusiast's dream

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:
  • Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
  • Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
  • Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
  • Flexible Vacation & PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
  • Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.

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