Overview
The organization is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to join the Program Finance team. This role supports multiple programs and can be based in the Palo Alto, CA office or remotely in the US.
In this position, you will oversee day-to-day financial planning processes for assigned programs, including weekly/monthly reporting and other program-specific financial needs. Program Finance partners closely with Program Managers, CAMs, the CFO, and senior executives to plan the business and allocate budget and resources to satellite programs and other strategic R&D initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee program spend with Program Managers and CAMs, including cost of sales, R&D expenses, and capital expenditures.
- Perform monthly variance analysis for these costs; use findings to identify program risks and opportunities.
- Review weekly labor and non-labor expenses; provide metrics to the program team.
- Track monthly spend against forecasts, highlighting issues and helping CAMs identify trade-offs to keep spend within budget.
- Provide cost analysis to support contract change orders for assigned programs.
- Lead monthly program financial forecasting reviews to create and maintain accurate forecasts.
- Support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process and monthly/quarterly financial cycles.
- Provide ad hoc financial modeling and financial analysis.
- Support special projects and finance process improvements.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics; four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of overall experience, with at least 4 years in a Financial Analyst role.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SAP/Tableau/Alteryx.
- Superior analytical skills with strong business judgment.
- Ability to clearly and concisely communicate with management-level personnel.
- Master level skills with Excel and other MS Office applications.
- Active team player; able to work well under pressure.
- Organized and detail oriented; able to multi-task while maintaining accuracy.
- Integrity with confidential information.
- Creativity in solving complex problems.
- Ability to work independently in support of team objectives.
Compensation & Benefits
Base pay ranges (by location)
- Colorado: $76,000.00 - $126,000.00 annually.
- New Jersey: $76,000.00 - $126,000.00 annually.
- Delaware: $76,000.00 - $126,000.00 annually.
- Washington, DC metropolitan area: $83,000.00 - $139,000.00 annually.
- California: $87,000.00 - $145,000.00 annually.
For all other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market-driven ranges; different locations may have different ranges.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health and welfare insurance
- 401(k) to eligible employees
More information on benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.
Location
- Palo Alto, CA office or remote in the US.
Equal Opportunity
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.