Financial Analyst III

General Atomics ‚Ä¢ Poway, California ‚Ä¢ Full Time

Posted on Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Job Description
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for providing budgeting, cost and hours analyses, and reporting on assigned contracts and projects. Prepares budgets, forecasts, and related reports for specified profit and cost centers to monitor overall financial performance and for use in annual strategic planning and budget presentations to financial and operating management. Follows established policies, procedures, and standard practices to ensure that financial planning and cost control activities are successfully implemented and maintained.
Responds to moderately complex inquiries from employees, managers, and external parties regarding a variety of financial data, some of which contain confidential and sensitive information. Creates internal presentations and may act as a contact with outside organizations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports program managers in planning and budgeting work, tracking incurred spending, anticipated future spending, and expected profit margins.
Develops performance baselines with integrated master schedules.
Support program managers in the development of Estimates at Complete (EACs) for a variety of contract types and company funded programs. Challenge program ETC assessments for validity.
Works cross-functionally with Program Management, Contracts and Accounting to support successful program execution and issue resolution.
Conducts financial analysis and reporting of cost and schedule performance utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) techniques.
Provide International Offset/Industrial Cooperation financial support
Prepares customer cost and schedule reports
Supports program risk & opportunity management.
Assist Program Manager with updates and maintenance of project work breakdown structure.
Prepares contract funding status reports
Performs cash flow analysis
Assists with unbilled accounts receivable analysis
Assists in establishing profit center revenue, cost of sales, gross margin
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Preforms other duties as assigned or required

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting and/or finance and six or more years of progressive professional cost accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably with a government contractor. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Demonstrates a detailed and extensive expertise in and application of industry and government cost accounting principles, theories, concepts, standards, and practices, as well as project leadership skills including organizing, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones.
Must be customer focused and possess:
the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems of diverse scope and complexity
excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present accounting and finance findings
excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide across the business on finance matters
the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
the ability to represent the department or company on projects
Experience preparing contractually required financial reports (IPMR, CFSR, CSDR, etc) highly desirable.
Familiarity with Earned Value Management techniques as part of financial management is highly desirable.
SAP experience desirable.
Experience utilizing an earned value tool (EVM for Project, Empower) is desirable.
Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on Excel skills. Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential.

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