Financial Analyst II

Reporting REPORTS TO: Program Finance Manager Responsibilities Monitor, maintain, and perform the initial analysis of assigned projects for cost, schedule, and performance. Interface with customers and internal departments to prepare project status for the program. Provide analysis and verification of program submitted forecasts and estimates at completion (EACs). Conduct a gap analysis of EACs and recommend adjustments. Collect deliverable inputs from various departments, review technical and administrative correctness before submitting to the customer. Participate in weekly and ad‑hoc meetings with program teams as required. Identify trends and develop support metrics for operations. Research all discrepancies in charging and resolve them in a timely and accurate manner. Monitor tasking, performance against plan and funding on a regular basis. Analyze data to produce accurate variance analysis reports and metrics. Prepare and submit financial briefs to the program office and facilitate timely response to questions or discrepancies. Monitor contract dollar values by cost element to support the program office and financial impacts. Tools & Systems Enterprise Resource Management System (ERMS) Advanced knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint Qualifications B.S./B.A. in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with 3‑5 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing or public accounting. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Experience with government contracts (plus). Some experience using financial models and internal rate of return calculations. Basic knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Basic understanding of contract types and values (preferred). Intermediate level of research and analysis skills. Working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Management System. Ability to work with limited direction in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Additional Eligibility Requirements Must be 18 years or older at time of application. Must be able to provide proof of U.S. Person status (permanent resident or citizen). Must have no felony convictions of theft, deception, or violent crimes within seven years of disposition date. Must have no felony convictions of drug crimes within three years of disposition date. Willing to submit to a drug screen and background check. Willing to submit to a COVID‑19 vaccination. The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required. Direction Exercised Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks. Discretion Exercised Ability to work independently and make sound judgments while exercising creativity. Liaises With Personnel across all departments, primarily Program Office, Purchasing, Contracts, and Finance as well as the Customer. Equal Employment Opportunity Any qualified individual with a disability who has difficulty completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability‑related application issues may contact View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, and to all employment actions. #J-18808-Ljbffr