Sr. Financial Analyst

HRL Laboratories

$105K — $132K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.
  • 4+ years of FP&A experience in the defense or R&D industry.
  • Proven experience with Forward Pricing Rates Proposals (FPRP) and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
  • Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency; experience with IBM TM1 and Deltek Costpoint is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills; able to present complex financial data simply.
  • Ability to work well in teams, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the FP&A process, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
  • Oversee creation and submission of FPRP and ICS, ensuring accuracy.
  • Develop complex financial models for strategic insights.
  • Analyze performance trends and provide actionable insights to leadership.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for financial data accuracy.
  • Prepare and present financial reports with variance analysis.
  • Support business strategy development through financial analysis.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • 401K match to assist with retirement planning.
  • Access to gym facilities for health and wellness.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and sick time for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for upward mobility in a challenging work environment.
Full Job Description
General Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior FP&A Analyst to join our finance team. Reporting to the FP&A Sr Manager, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial modeling, and the ability to provide actionable insights to support decision-making. This role is highly visible with work product being utilized by Directors, VPs, Executives, and the Board.

Essential Duties:
• Lead the financial planning and analysis process, including indirect budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Lead and participate in the creation, submission, and auditing of the Forward Pricing Rates Proposal (FPRP) and the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management and business leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Program Finance, Accounting, AR, etc.) to gather and analyze financial data, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare and present financial reports, including variance analysis, to senior leadership.
• Support the development and execution of business strategies by providing financial analysis and recommendations.
• Provide data and analysis in support of various internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ad-hoc reporting

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry.
• Experience in preparing and submitting Forward Pricing Rates Proposals (FPRP) and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with financial planning software (IBM TM1 and Deltek Costpoint highly preferred)
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with government contracts and regulatory compliance is a plus.
• Active DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

Special Requirements:
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Pay Range: $105,700 - $132,150
  • Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
  • Benefits: HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, Sick time, upward mobility, and an exciting and challenging work environment.
  • For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits

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