Financial Analyst

Senior Financial AnalystThis position is located in Norfolk, Virginia ONSITE. We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst. Candidate MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. Pay Scale $71,025 - $94,700 This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO-Norfolk also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and wellness coaching.The position will include the following functions: Tracks and monitors variances to plans. Interprets detailed cost accounting information and exercises discretion and creativity on assignments of a varied, diverse and challenging nature. Maintains and reconciles fixed asset system Assists in solving problems in areas where no precedent exists.Position demands a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other business-related field is required. Professional designation or MBA preferred. Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting or financial environment. Previous analytical or reporting financial role in a public company is preferred. Previous financial role for a government contractor, a plus. Ability to effectively take on leadership roles in various functions is required. Microsoft Excel expertise is required. Deltek CostPoint experience, a plus. Excellent analytical, conceptual, communication and interpersonal skills. Strong initiative and ability to manage competing priorities; willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.Physical requirements include carrying, lifting, walking, climbing, pulling, must be able to go on vessels, crawling, sitting, visual requirements: crouching, standing, hearing, stooping, kneeling, talking. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear. The noise level in this environment is usually moderate.Working relationships include reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting. Interfaces with senior leadership and department heads. Maintains regular communication with Finance personnel and other company personnel as necessary. Periodic interface with external auditors will be required.Principal responsibilities include preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports to parent company. Preparation and analysis of monthly actuals versus plan management reports. Investigate, analyze, interpret, and communicate forecasted variances to management. Provide quarterly updates of current year financial forecasts to be reported for consolidation and public interests. Support SOX compliance efforts to include controls set-up, monitoring, and section 404 testing requirements. Support corporate tax, insurance and risk management requirements, as needed Assist with complex analytical trouble-shooting and problem resolution Assist in capital budgeting process; provide fixed asset projections and variance analysis between budgets to actuals. Develop, maintain and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models, as needed.Accountability includes maintaining the fixed asset system, SAGE FAS, coordinates periodic inventory, and books all related entries such as initial capitalization, depreciation, sales and disposals of assets.Standard equipment issue includes laptop, Adobe Acrobat Standard, Microsoft office 2003/2007, Costpoint, FAS, Laserfiche Client, Earl reporting, Expense Reporting, Mileage Tracker, Worktech Time.Unique/additional requirements include regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. A credit check will be required for this position. General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.