Job DescriptionA challenging opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team in the Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area - a multi-billion dollar portfolio spanning multiple product lines comprised of major flagship programs and exciting new pursuits. FP&A is a strategic finance discipline that partners with business leaders to translate financial data into actionable insights; driving planning, forecasting, and performance management across the organization. This position is specifically focused on the core salient performance portion of FP&A and comes with significant visibility as you will help shape the financial narrative for the ECS portfolio of programs. The ideal candidate brings deep FP&A or programs expertise, sound judgement under ambiguity, and the credibility to influence decisions at varying levels of the business.
Responsibilities include: - Coordination of quarterly CFO Reviews, Quarterly Business Reviews, and Integrated Business Plan Reviews for inputs and quality
- Leading weekly, monthly, quarterly reporting and closing requirements
- Owning the accuracy and integrity of forecasts and related financial data
- Identifying risks and opportunities related to key financials
- Developing & maintaining Business Intelligence tools for the organization
- Interfacing with other functions and serving as a consultant for project finance individuals
- Providing business area training as required
- Ad hoc analysis and support as required
- Developing creative solutions to problems and driving change
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).
- 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- Working knowledge of the following areas: finance, accounting, business & economic principles and practices, financial modeling, and visualization tools.
- Communication: Ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
Benefits InformationEmployee 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).
