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Program Financial Analyst

  • Bedford, NS, Canada

Full-time

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A minimum of 3 years experience in program finance
Posting language
English
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Original job description

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 150 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Program Finance the Program Finance Analyst will analyze, plan and understand the company’s financial position, support baseline planning and actual cost verification as well as prepare estimate at completion (EAC). This role is responsible to produce variance analysis, staffing projections, revenue and profit forecasting. They will provide general support to the Program Manager and Program Team with business and financial analysis and produce financial reports for site management. This role reports in-office, and is based out of our Bedford, NS office.

As Program Finance Analyst, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Provide support of the Financial & Program Analysis management functions to the department
  • Process and help prepare program bookings, revenue, operating profit, investment and cash flow data
  • Understand how job costs are collected and billed on all contract types
  • Establish, develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external customers
  • Support negotiations with the government, industry prime contractors and foreign customers
  • Conduct difficult analytical studies, monitor trends and be able to accurately interpret the results
  • Support of government compliance and audit activities
  • Manage internal and external financial reporting, analysis of results and associated impact to programs and LOB
  • Program Finance functions including forecasting, Basis of Estimate (BOE) preparation, risk and opportunity management, cash management/working capital, budget preparation, variance analysis, Estimation at Completion (EAC), Basis of Estimate preparation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), contractual reporting, return on investment, audit preparation and program review preparation

What you require to be successful in the role:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in program finance
  • Understand advanced financial analysis principles and have financial analysis skills
  • Experience with ERP systems (Costpoint)
  • Possession of bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field from a recognized post secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Understanding of accounting principles and working knowledge of the Cost Accounting Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, and International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
  • Must follow company policies
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits of working with DRS Canada:

  • A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
  • An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
  • Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
  • Opportunity for Hybrid work based on operational needs
  • Industry leading wellness program including:
    • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
    • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Competitive compensation including:
    • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
    • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
    • Employee Stock Purchase Program
    • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
    • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
About DRS Pivotal Power

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group.

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com/careers.

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Responsibilities

Analyze program financial performance and support planning, forecasting, budgeting, cost verification, and estimate-at-completion preparation. Produce financial and contractual reports, conduct variance and trend analysis, support audits and negotiations, and provide financial analysis to program teams and site management.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of program finance experience, advanced financial analysis skills, and experience with ERP systems such as Costpoint. A bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field (or equivalent education and experience), knowledge of accounting standards and regulations, Excel proficiency, and effective teamwork and communication skills are required.

Skills

  • Program Finance
  • Financial Analysis
  • Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Estimate At Completion (EAC)
  • Basis Of Estimate (BOE)
  • Budget Preparation
  • Cash Management
  • Working Capital Management
  • Risk And Opportunity Management
  • Contract Costing
  • Government Compliance
  • Financial Reporting
  • Cost Accounting
  • Microsoft Excel

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Coverage
  • Virtual Healthcare
  • Employee And Family Assistance Program
  • Professional Development Reimbursement
  • Online Learning Resources
  • Retirement Savings Plan With Company Matching
  • Financial Planning
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Maternity And Parental Leave Top-Up
  • Vacation Leave
  • Personal Days
  • Sick Leave
  • Additional Company-Paid Days Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Compressed Work Week

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Categories

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Data & Analytics
  • Manufacturing
  • Management & Leadership
  • Government & Public Sector

Keywords

  • Program Finance
  • Financial Analysis
  • Program Analysis
  • Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Estimate At Completion (EAC)
  • Basis Of Estimate (BOE)
  • Program Bookings
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Operating Profit
  • Investment Analysis
  • Cash Flow
  • Budget Preparation
  • Risk And Opportunity Management
  • Cash Management
  • Working Capital
  • Contractual Reporting
  • Return On Investment
  • Government Compliance
  • Audit Preparation
  • Costpoint
  • ERP Systems
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Cost Accounting Standards
  • Sarbanes-Oxley
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Defense Manufacturing
  • Power Conversion Equipment
  • Program Management

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