Mgr I- Finance

Job Description

Financial Planning and Analysis manager for the FAST Labs Business Area.


You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics -from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first- exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.


The candidate selected for this position will function as the FP&A lead for the FAST Labs (FL) Business Area. This role serves as a strategic and collaborative business partner to both the FL Finance Director, FL Finance Leadership team as well as the FL Leadership team. This position oversees a team of two in the Merrimack, NH area.


This role will be performed in a hybrid remote work format , with the individual splitting their time between on-site at our Merrimack office, and remotely from an alternate work location .


Responsibilities include:

• Review, consolidate and communicate financial forecasts for the business area for the current year and the long-range plan, incorporating a full view of risk and opportunities to the forecast.
• Deliver on all weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting requirements, including all monthly closing requirements to Sector.
• Support business area leadership in holding investment reviews across NBF (IRAD, B&P, TM) Capital and SOAs to optimize return and support future growth.
• Partner with FL Leadership Team functional leads (Engineering, Operations, HR, Business Development) to monitor spend and resource planning for FL.
• Aid in providing guidance and oversight to the business area and program teams ensuring compliance
• Partner with LCM in Phase review rigor and improvements.
• Align with the team on strategic direction and priorities and the financial forecast
• Develop opportunities for team development, growth, and continuous improvement

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of professional experience, or Masters' Degree and equivalent experience.
• Prior Project Finance experience and an ability to train and mentor staff. Proven leadership skills and an ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).