Financial Analyst - (Accounting)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? 

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) is seeking a Financial Analyst to be part of its Financial Reporting team in our Chantilly, Virginia office.  The Financial Reporting team reports to the GDMS Controller and seeks to be a strategic business partner within the organization. Financial Reporting plays a critical role at GDMS as one of the primary liaisons with the General Dynamics Corporate office.  The position provides a unique opportunity for interaction with the Finance leadership team as well as the other functions across the GDMS business.  The Financial Analyst in Financial Reporting will be exposed to various aspects of the business and will influence decisions that impact the success of GDMS. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of GDMS financial results
• Research technical accounting issues and implement newly-issued accounting literature and SEC rule-making across GDMS
• Perform critical analysis of data from multiple lines of business / legal entities
• Develop and implement recommendations to improve / streamline financial reporting processes
• Prepare internal presentations on various accounting and finance topics for management
• Consult with GDMS financial management across the various lines of business on technical accounting guidance
• Various other special projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Familiarity with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) financial reporting requirements for public companies
• Detailed understanding of financial analysis and financial reporting
• Solid computer skills including MSExcel, MSWord, and MSPowerPoint
• Sound verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate across the organization and work with teams
• Ability to work with minimal direction, set priorities and handle multiple tasks
• Fully proficient in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Hybrid work available, located in Northern Virginia area desirable

This position is based in our Chantilly, Virginia location.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans