Senior Financial Analyst

Aston Carter

$100K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience with government contracts and complex projects outside aerospace and defense sectors.
  • Active or nearing completion of CPA designation.
  • 7+ years in financial analysis, cost control, or program management with a focus on EVM principles.
  • Advanced analytical skills with clear communication of complex financial data.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools such as Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, and SAP.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation and monitoring of Earned Value Management (EVM) systems to ensure project success.
  • Establish cost control systems and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for effective cost tracking.
  • Analyze project performance using EVM metrics like Cost Performance Index and Schedule Performance Index.
  • Develop integrated cost and schedule forecasts for accurate project tracking.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor budgets and timelines, providing recommendations to mitigate risks.
  • Manage cash-to-cash cycle and oversee customer invoicing.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies and GAAP, and prepare financial reporting entries.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with opportunities for continuous learning.
  • Flexible work schedule, allowing three days in the office and two days working from home.
  • Free parking available at the workplace.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead Financial Analyst
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented lead Financial Analyst to join our team. This individual will play a critical role in the financial management of assigned programs, providing comprehensive financial analysis and actionable insights to drive program success.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the implementation, monitoring, and analysis of Earned Value Management (EVM) systems and processes to ensure successful project delivery on schedule, within scope, and budget.
  • Establish and maintain cost control systems, including the setup of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to accurately track project costs and budgets.
  • Analyze and report on project performance, including cost and schedule variances, using EVM metrics such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI).
  • Develop and maintain integrated cost and schedule baseline forecasts to enable accurate project tracking and future planning.
  • Collaborate with program managers, project leads, and other stakeholders to monitor project scope, budgets, and timelines, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate risks.
  • Manage program cash-to-cash cycle and customer invoicing.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, contractual requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Prepare month-end journal entries and accruals to support timely financial reporting.
  • Produce ad-hoc financial analyses and management reports to assist in decision-making and strategic planning.

Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience with government contracts and complex projects, especially if not from the aerospace or defense industries.
  • Active member of the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Association, or nearing completion of designation.
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, cost control, or program management, with a strong emphasis on EVM principles and practices.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proven ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data clearly and effectively.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, and SAP.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Strong preference for experience in aerospace, defense, or related industries with an understanding of government contracting and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborative environment, looking for someone who will integrate within the larger team.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Work Environment
The position operates from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The team is based on-site with collaboration among pricing, GL, and program teams. The work schedule includes three days in the office (Monday to Wednesday) and two days working from home, with flexibility based on program requirements. The work environment supports continuous learning and offers free parking.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

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