Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

General Dynamics is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. With over 115000 employees in 71 countries we operate globally through four business groups: Aerospace Combat Systems Marine Systems and Technologies.

As a Corporate Headquarters employee working in Reston Virginia you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer that is committed to hiring a talented workforce.

Provide financial analysis and strategic support for FP&A initiatives including forecasting financial strategy earnings call support and board presentations. Support executive leaders at General Dynamics corporate headquarters (a strong and lean office of less than 150 individuals) and senior leaders across our 10 global business units (where the remaining 100000 employees work) to drive financial excellence and informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of financial analysis strategic thinking and relationship-building capabilities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consolidate operating plans and forecasts based on business unit submissions and input from various corporate departments.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define financial goals and strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends variances and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct reviews to identify risks and opportunities related to financial forecasts.
• Prepare and present financial reports dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management and stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field
• 10 years of relevant experience in FP&A Financial Reporting or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or CPA certification
• Proficiency with government contracting regulations and accounting (FAR CAS etc.)
• Demonstrated understanding of how business transactions impact and flow through the income statement balance sheet and cash flow statement
• Familiarity with OneStream

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and must satisfy any applicable U.S. government contract security clearance export-control or other legal eligibility requirements. Due to the nature of this role U.S. Person status is required.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Strong focus on accuracy and process optimization
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Must be willing to work at the General Dynamics Corporate Headquarters Monday through Friday and in emergency situations as needed

For Individuals with Disabilities Medical Conditions or Physical or Mental Impairments: General Dynamics CHQ is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals. General Dynamics CHQ provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability medical condition or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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