Overview

Job Title: Financial Analyst

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Salary Range: $64,375.00 - $119,480.00

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package from 1st day, Medical/dental/vision, 6% match on 401K, competitive PTO, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Stellant Systems, a premier manufacturer of critical power amplification products where our technologies and products are unparalleled in the industry. We specialize in the manufacture of microwave devices for ground-based, airborne and satellite communications, industrial and medical equipment, and radar; we are the only U.S. supplier of space-qualified Traveling Wave Tube and Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Together, we form an invincible company. 

As an employer of choice, our goal is to deliver an exceptional employee experience - we recruit diverse, high-performing talent to help our customers exceed their mission needs, which drives our employees to achieve their full potential.

Fundamental to our culture is our focus on core values, inclusivity in the work environment, and a unified dedication to continuous innovation and improvement. In order to serve our vast customer base ranging from the defense industry leaders, to the U.S. and allied militaries, and medical communities, we need the world’s most dedicated and talented people. If these types of projects excite you, we’d love for you to join our team and help us detect, protect, and connect.

We are currently seeking an experienced Financial Analyst at our Torrance, California location to support the financial requirements of assigned programs.

Responsibilities

In this position, you will work closely with managers to develop, interpret, analyze, implement, maintain, and present their business, strategic and financial plans and controls. You'll also provide visibility on program status through program planning and control activities, including baseline budget and estimate at completion (EAC) preparation, status reporting, and the preparation of contingency plans. Other responsibilities will include:

· Providing ongoing visibility regarding the current and forecasted status of program cost and schedules through in-depth qualitative/quantitative analysis of performance vs. plan data

· Preparation of monthly sales and earnings plans. You will be the SME to represent and communicate the financial status, challenges, and forecasts for the teams and groups that you support.

· Preparation of various program control plans and reports, financial summaries, and related activities for Program Management

· Identification of problems and coordination with the program team to correct variances and ensure work is meeting program requirements and financial commitments

· Evaluation of programs at each stage to ensure that cost and financial activities of the program team, including contractual obligations, are being met

· Preparing, coordinating, and delivering program controls presentations to internal management and customers

· Participating in new business proposals, project projections, and analysis of requirements.

· Sharing process improvement ideas with the entire Finance team.

Qualifications

You will need at least four years of experience in a program control role, or general financial analysis experience. Other qualifications include:

· Experience in program cost functions, including cost estimating, cost control, change management, risk assessment, and cost analysis

· Experience with planning and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis

· Ability to identify and establish relevant and timely criteria for program controls activities

· Ability to work independently on complex program controls issues

· Capability and flexibility to handle multiple tasks in restricted timeframes to support program and company goals

· Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management reports in verbal, written, and graphic formats

· A penchant for process improvement and problem solving

· Mastery of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

· A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or finance is necessary; a master’s degree in business or financial management is desirable

Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information requiring a security clearance.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).