Huntington Ingalls Industries is hiring: Financial Analyst (Financial Analyst 2)

Requisition Number: 21349

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $55,728.00 - $80,000.00

Security Clearance: None

Level of Experience: Mid

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Who we are

HII - Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to work out of our Norfolk, VA office with hybrid/remote work as a possibility. Under general direction of the Finance Manager 2 and Director of Finance, the Financial Analyst is responsible for assisting with group level data reporting for timely delivery to the senior leadership team.

Objectives of this role:

• Focuses on budgeting, monthly forecasting and consolidated financial reporting.
• Conducts and documents financial analysis projects, data gathering, summarization of financial reports, sales activity, trends and opportunities.
• Interacts primarily with finance team and next level management but may have occasional interaction with other functional groups including but not limited to contracts, programs, accounts receivable, subcontract management and procurement to resolve problems and provide accurate, timely, user-friendly reports on program and project status.
• Recommends changes to processes and procedures to improve quality, efficiency, and internal and external customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in timely preparation of weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting as well as special projects as required.
• Assist and build on current models to forecast financials and operational KPIs; Implement FP&A best practices, procedures and processes to drive forecast & planning, business insight and analysis to support senior leadership team.
• Assist and support AOP, indirect rate forecasting and variance analysis.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of financial models and tools; learn and understand the budget forecast model, propose enhancements for accuracy, relevance, changing business, changing markets, etc.
• Ensure reporting systems and source data are accurate and reconciled.
• Understand and assist with the analysis of business unit's monthly/quarterly financial results (vs. forecast, prior year, AOP) and clearly articulate themes and performance drivers; this includes efforts to understand root causes of variances.
• Gather and manage data from multiple sources for analysis; identify trends, extract insights and deliver actionable presentations of findings.
• Support internal and external financial and management reporting.
• Coordinate monthly/quarterly reporting, validate accuracy and assist Finance team in creation of analysis and presentations for executive leadership.
• Co-collaborate cross functionally as a "business partner" to drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis processes.
• Propose improvements to financial reporting templates and general FP&A related business practices.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis/special projects to assist management in understanding business performance.
• Analyze actual results to understand variances and revise projections as appropriate.
• Assist with the identification of company risks and opportunities.
• Monitor costs and manpower on a weekly basis ensuring that actuals are within budget.
• Assist with ensuring accurate and complete variance analysis and reporting.

What you need to have:

• 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.
• Ability to understand and resolve financial problems effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in research and analysis
• Working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft suite. Ability to learn and understand various business ERP systems (Deltek Costpoint, Onestream)
• Strong analytical abilities; detail oriented.
• Strong customer service focus.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.