Financial Analyst IV

Financial Analyst IV

The Financial Analyst IV performs forecasts and financial modeling. They support various points of data and financial analysis to be used by decision makers to inform critical business decisions.

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager serves as the lead finance partner for our division in Exeter, NH, reporting to the Senior Director of Finance. In close collaboration with Program Finance, Accounting, site leadership, and cross-functional teams, this role is responsible for all aspects of FP&A and provides additional support to program finance activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reviews and deliver clear, insightful variance analyses comparing actual results to budget and forecast
• Support month-end close activities, including validation of actuals, revenue recognition, cost and fee ceilings, and profit bookings
• Develop monthly revenue, profit, and cash forecasts
• Analyze Estimates at Completion (EACs) and assess their impact on financial performance
• Develop, maintain, and analyze site budgets, including overhead, revenue, and key balance sheet accounts
• Act as a subject matter expert on financial processes, tools, and procedures; identify financial risks and opportunities and drive mitigation actions
• Monitor overhead budgets and evaluate labor utilization trends
• Build strong working partnerships with Program Finance, Accounting, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Operations to support effective financial execution and issue resolution
• Utilize data and reporting systems to produce weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders
• Lead annual planning and forecasting cycles, including revenue, margin, and cost development
• Participate in proposal development, fact-finding, audits, and negotiations as needed
• Mentor junior analysts through review of work products, sharing of best practices, and guidance on policies and procedures

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.
• Experience with cost accounting principles, program cost control, and EAC development
• Strong analytical abilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems (M2M preferred but not required)

About Us

About Frontgrade At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade. Why Work for Us We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law. Other benefits include:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

Job Info

• Job Identification 93
• Job Category Finance
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 11 Continental Drive, Exeter, NH, 03833, US
• Work Schedule 9/80 Rotation B - 7a Start
• Minimum Salary 106,000
• Maximum Salary 132,000