Senior Finance Analyst - San Jose CA

Are YOU a wizard at Financial Planning and Analysis? CAES by Honeywell seeks a mission-driven Financial Analyst to join our team to lead and support financial planning and analyses in a dynamic government contracting environment. This role is responsible for forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting for key programs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and strategic alignment with company goals. The analyst will collaborate with Program Managers, Supply Chain, Operations, and Senior Leadership to provide actionable financial insights that drive critical business decisions. 

 


Responsibilities

 

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Coordinate the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), long-range strategic plan, and quarterly program’s’ financial forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
Build and maintain complex financial models for program performance, Estimates at Complete (EACs), pricing, and what-if scenario analysis.
Collaborate with program managers and department heads to develop realistic operational budgets and forecasts.
Provide strategic financial recommendations to senior leadership by conducting in-depth variance analysis on program profitability, revenue, and costs.
Ensure rigorous financial compliance with government regulations, including the FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Assist in evaluating potential cost-saving opportunities, pricing strategies, and capital expenditure planning.
Provide financial analysis and insights for ad-hoc requests and special projects to support decision-making.
 Reporting and Analysis:

Analyze the financial performance of government contracts, identifying cost drivers, profitability, and compliance with contract terms.
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to program financial health and operational metrics.
Prepare and present executive-level financial reports and presentations for both internal stakeholders and external defense customers.
 Compliance and Audits:

Ensure all financial planning and reporting activities comply with government contracting regulations, including FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements.
Support government compliance and audit activities by preparing required documentation