Senior Finance Analyst - San Jose CA

Senior Finance Analyst - San Jose CA

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

• 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

Compliance and Audits

Position Title : Senior Finance Analyst - San Jose CA

Job Category : Aerospace / Aviation / Defense

Minimum Education Required : Bachelors

City : San Jose

State : California

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or a related field. 2-5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the defense or government contracting industry. Expertise with government contracting types (e.g., FFP, CPFF, T&M) and their financial management requirements. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced functions. Familiarity with financial systems and ERP software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Oracle). Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex financial information to diverse audiences.

Preferred : Master's degree in a relevant field. Experience with government cost accounting principles and structures. Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Salary Range : $97,120 - $145,680 Annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.