Senior Specialist

Senior Specialist, Program Finance Analyst

L3 Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Spec. Program Finance team member who will support the Power Systems Norfolk finance team. The successful candidate will report to our Program Finance and Pricing Manager. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a growing organization focused on driving business results and forecast accuracy. This position will be overseeing the Production portfolio.

Essential Functions:

• Support major programs including Cost Plus/Fixed Price, with contractual Earned Value (EVMS) reporting requirements.
• Preparation of EV deliverables, variance analysis for internal management.
• Experience using PeopleSoft, COBRA, Hyperion or equivalent Earned Value tools and advanced Excel skills
• Project financial analyst is responsible for setting up and activation of assigned projects, service orders and production work order support in ERP system
• Monitor and analyze program costs, perform financial analysis for labor, material, subcontract and ODC estimates against budget and forecast
• Prepare Estimates at Completion (EAC) for programs and access profit impacts with variance commentary
• Provide input for the monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and cash forecasting process
• Perform variance analysis to forecasted results (EAC, Sales, Profit and Cash), identifying specific drivers of deviations from estimates
• Review weekly labor/material charges and analyze variances
• Work with program management and the program teams to report on the health of assigned programs. Prepare program management review packages.
• Develop, communicate, and recommend action plans with program teams to ensure financial targets and program goals are achieved.
• Provide financial analysis for audits and other financial activities, as necessary.
• Strong teamwork and business partnering skills.
• Process improvement oriented, ability to identify and implement improvement ideas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior finance experience OR Graduate Degree with 4 years of prior finance experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Eligibility to obtain DOD Security Clearance which requires US citizenship.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with multiple contract types (CP/FFP/T&M)
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with a keen eye on details.
• Good organizational skills with ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Approachable disposition with a demonstrated ability to work well within a team and cross-functionally.
• Initiative to work independently and demonstrate ownership over roles.