Financial Analyst/Technical Writer

Overview

This role provides financial analysis and technical writing support to the engineering team. Responsibilities include analyzing financial data, generating purchase requests, and assisting with technical documentation for engineering deliverables. The ideal candidate has strong financial analysis skills, excellent technical writing ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and provide insights based on trends and results
• Generate purchase requests and support related processes
• Assist engineering teams with technical documentation and writing tasks, including:
  • test plans
  • procedures
  • final reports
  • presentations
• Support cost accounting activities, including actuals vs. plan analysis and variance reporting
• Create and maintain complex financial/spreadsheet outputs as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, and procurement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Certification in cost accounting, financial analysis, or a related field (e.g., CMA, CPA)
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or a related field
• Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost control
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide insights
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines

Microsoft Office Skills (Required)

Excel (Advanced)

• Create complex spreadsheets and formulas
• Develop pivot tables and charts
• Use Excel functions, such as VLOOKUP and INDEX/MATCH

Word (Strong)

• Create and edit technical documents
• Use styles and formatting to create consistent documents
• Insert tables, images, and other graphics

PowerPoint (Proficient)

• Create presentations and slides
• Use templates and themes to create consistent presentations
• Insert images, charts, and other graphics

Outlook (Familiar)

• Manage email and calendars
• Use tasks and reminders to stay organized

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Information Technology and Engineering scope, including cost accounting and financial analysis
• Familiarity with purchase request generation and support processes
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles, including actuals vs. plan analysis and variance reporting
• Experience with financial reporting tools and software, such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies
• Experience with contractor management and requisition processes, including Beeline contractor requisitions
• Experience working in a defense or aerospace industry, with knowledge of Lockheed Martin's financial systems and processes