Finance Analyst - 36-month Rotation Program

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

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance after hire.  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.

Job Description:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an entry level Finance Analyst - 36-month Rotation Program.  The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s fundamental defense services.  

As a Finance Analyst in our 36-month Rotation Program you will be given the opportunity to build relationships with the senior finance leadership team and will complete three developmental rotations over a 36-month period through Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Business Analysis and Rates and Billlling team.

Some of the opportunities you will have to use and grow your skills as a Finance Analyst  include:

• Providing complete financial analysis support and control
• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet and P&L data for senior management
• Assisting with the development of company operating plan and forecast updates
• Monitoring actual results compared to plan/forecast and identifying variances
• Preparing and presenting summary financial status reports to management and customers
• Performing month-end and quarter-end close activities
• Assisting with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements to GD Corporate office
• Examining and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control
• Performing assigned audits in accordance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing to include performing fieldwork testing, preparing work papers and reporting audit findings and recommendations for process improvements to management
• Conducting entrance and exit conferences for audits
• Updating desk manuals, policies, and procedures to improve internal controls and compliance systems
• Analyzing actual department costs, rate performance, and researching charges to assist in controlling costs and meet budgeted targets
• Prepare firm-fixed-price, cost-plus and commercial invoices
• Monitor and track accounts receivable
• Review, track and maintain billing information, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of internal General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Billing functions
• General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Solid computer skills including MSExcel, MSWord, and MSPowerPoint
• General knowledge of PowerBI and a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence concepts and their applications in financial analysis
• Developing analytical skills including ability to analyze data and reconcile financial accounts
• General knowledge of General Dynamics Systems and policies, Government Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Earned Value Management System
• General knowledge of revenue recognition concepts and accounting for Government contracts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team process skills
• Interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience:

• Applicants must exemplify excellent analytical and risk management skills and demonstrate critical thinking, effective communication skills, and an interest in advancing the business and their careers.
• Must be able to travel 10% of the time.
• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of finance technology, automation tools, data analytics, Python or robotic process automation
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
• Must be capable of obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance

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 13,000+ 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