General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Program Controls Analyst (Financial Analyst I) to join our St. Petersburg, FL Team.

We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.

Summary: 

Performs economic research and studies of rates of return, depreciation and investments. Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements and prepares reports and recommendations to management. Generates forecasts and analyzes trends in sales, finance and other areas of business. Researches economic progressions to assist the organization's financial planning. Creates financial models of "what if" scenarios for future business planning decisions in areas such as new product development, new marketing strategies, etc. Additionally, they handle economic reports on subjects such as rate of return, depreciation, working capital requirements, investment opportunities, investment performance, and the effects of governmental regulations. Furthermore, they develop Earned Value (EV) baselines, associated planning and work authorization documentation, and generate EV reports with associated analyses.

• Conducts quantitative analyses of information affecting budgets, expenses, and other financial projects
• Collects and analyzes financial information for assigned accounts, products or product lines, or business units to track the organization's progress against financial goals
• Reports current or expected financial performance and creates financial models to guide decision making
• Analyzes cash flow, expenditures, revenue, depreciation, and investments to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls
• Assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, or annual financial statements
• May also support corporate planning by conducting analyses of operational effectiveness and capacity utilization

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree
• OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Accounting/Cost Estimating or related Finance Degree 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting
  
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Knowledge of financial management principles, program planning, Earned Value (EV) reporting for government contracts, budgeting and practices

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses and applies knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and procedures of specialization to the completion of assignments
• Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
• Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
• Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
• Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
• Professional demeanor and presentation skills for frequent meetings, presentations

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.  The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills.  Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.