Finance Manager at The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, VA

Finance Manager Location: El Segundo, CA The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the Finance Manager for the Finance Division. You will provide leadership in all areas of financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and planning activities for the Finance Division. Specific responsibilities include annual and multi-year budgeting, development of financial forecasts and planning scenarios, development and implementation of financial and operational metrics, dashboards, and capital expenditure planning. This role is responsible for improvements in financial and business processes as directed by the Principal Director of Enterprise Services (ESC). This role serves as a trusted financial advisor to all levels of the Finance division, providing financial data, trends analysis, and predictive analytics that the corporation needs to deliver its value proposition to customers and to meet its goals. This position works closely with the Principal Director to ensure a consistent vision and implementation of financial policies, practices, and processes throughout the Company. This position is full-time onsite, located at our campus facility in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA. What You’ll Be Doing Serves as key financial business advisor to executive and/or senior leadership; playing a key role in the development of strategic plans and business-related processes and implementation of near-term and long-range strategies to achieve corporate goals Develops financial forecasts and manages budgets for both overhead and capital portfolios Provides key inputs into the corporate budgeting process and communicates budget decisions back to the organization Informs ESC Principal Director and Finance leadership on financial trends and reporting unit performance; recommends corrective actions to achieve financial plans Identifies, defines, and deploys metrics and key performance indicators for management to make informed business decisions and implement effective operational strategies Updates financial forecasts monthly and provides standardized reporting and analysis of budget variances and other key financial metrics to the ESC Principal Director Utilize business intelligence tools to build standardized financial analytics dashboards and provide leadership team with ad hoc analysis Educates divisional technical management on financial concepts, approaches and relationships, cost structures, and business models Generates and recommends value-informed purchasing and investing on behalf of the CFO General Manager and/or CFO VP; assist leaders with business case preparation to ensure value-driven investment decisions What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for the Finance Managerrole: Bachelors degree in Finance, Business or related field Eight or more years of experience in financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with peers, direct reports, customers, and leadership Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changes as needed Excellent written and verbal communication skills - can organize complex materials and concepts in a manner that is clear, persuasive, logical and builds consensus Demonstrated experience as a resourceful and creative solution finder who can develop options with a broad perspective on the potential impact to the corporation How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: MBA, CPA, and/or advanced degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or related field Two or more years of experience in a US Government (Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) contracting environment Knowledge of governmental and government contractor budgeting systems and practices Knowledge of cost accounting standards (CAS) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Expertise in strategic planning and deployment of Finance services for a geographically dispersed organization Experience with SAP S/4Hana and Ariba Prior experience in project management and tools Prior experience within research or Federally Funded Research & Development Center (FFRDC) environment is desirable Ability to establish rapport and build trust quickly at all levels of the organization Cross-functional collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to make critical decisions and influence others Applies critical thinking to determine which ideas to pursue and implement We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $127,100.00 - $190,600.00 Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. Additional Locations: Chantilly, VA