Senior Financial Analyst

Role Overview

An experienced Senior Financial Analyst is required to support programme-level financial planning and performance tracking. This role plays an important part in improving financial transparency and enabling more informed decision-making across programme teams, with a focus on enhancing overall financial outcomes.

You will report to a Finance Lead and be based in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. A hybrid working arrangement is available following an initial onboarding period conducted on-site.

This opportunity is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, high-visibility environment and is looking to further develop their career in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and detailed analyses covering key financial indicators such as revenue, margins, cash flow, shipments, and order activity
• Develop and maintain estimates at completion (EAC), assessing financial outlooks and identifying required adjustments
• Act as a point of expertise for programme finance processes, highlighting potential risks and opportunities
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against forecasts and targets
• Build strong working relationships with teams across programme management, operations, procurement, engineering, and contracts
• Establish and maintain phased financial baselines to monitor cost and schedule performance across multiple programmes
• Track material spend and labour costs using consolidated data sources
• Produce regular and ad hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders and leadership
• Support planning activities including annual budgets and long-term strategic forecasts
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to present insights on programme financial performance
• Contribute to the development and standardisation of finance processes and best practices
• Assist with bid preparation, audits, and financial reviews
• Create and manage structured financial tracking elements within ERP systems
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced analysts
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant financial analysis experience, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of three years’ experience
• Proficiency in spreadsheet tools, including functions such as lookups, conditional calculations, and pivot tables

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Background in aerospace, defence, or similarly regulated industries
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across functions
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with ERP platforms such as Oracle or comparable systems

Eligibility Requirements

Due to regulatory considerations, applicants must meet U.S. work authorization criteria (e.g., citizenship, permanent residency, or other qualifying status).

Compensation & Benefits

Employees are offered a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Paid leave (vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave)
• Employee assistance programmes
• Tuition support and professional development opportunities

Additional Information

The application window is expected to remain open for approximately several weeks but may be adjusted depending on hiring needs and candidate availability.

About the Organisation

This global organisation operates across advanced engineering and technology sectors, delivering critical solutions in areas such as aerospace and defence. It fosters a culture that encourages innovation, professional growth, and collaboration, with leadership committed to transparency, long-term planning, and employee development.