Job Title: Lead, Finance

Job Code: 15581

Job Location:Mason, OH./Remote

Schedule: 9/80 Regular

L3Harris Space & Sensors Division, headquartered in Mason, Ohio, designs, develops, and manufactures complex systems (electronic, avionics, transceivers, transmitters, electro-optical, and electro-mechanical) for the defense, aerospace, and commercial markets. L3Harris is a recognized leader in Electro-Optical  technologies that enable systems to support surveillance, reconnaissance, threat detection, and self-protection missions.  Our world-class Space Avionics systems include equipment for Mars Rover/Landers/Orbiters, Launch Vehicles, and Imaging Satellite Communications. 

Space & Sensors team members bring their passion for innovation and engineering, their desire to push the envelope to adapt, communicate, and deliver on highly-reliable mission-critical systems.  We offer an alternative 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals. Focused on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where employees can grow and develop professionally, employees can get engaged with several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), participate in monthly activities hosted by our Employee Engagement Committee or get involved with volunteer opportunities through our L3Harris Investing for Tomorrow community program.

Mason, OH is located in Warren County, “Ohio’s Largest Playground.” Major attractions are right around the corner, including Great Wolf Lodge and Kings Island Amusement Park. Our site is 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati, where there are multiple attractions including The Newport Aquarium and The Cincinnati Zoo. Cincinnati is also the home AFC Champions the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cincinnati Reds, the Cincinnati Cyclones and FC Cincinnati of Major League Soccer.

Job Description:

Responsible for managing, preparing, administering, and directing the control of the budget for large and/or complex programs. Performs analyses and prepares reports in order to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. Prepares budgets and schedules for contract work and performs and/or assists in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Conducts detailed financial analysis. Interprets and implements most proposal estimating, pricing and documentation requirements. Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control. Monitors program adherence to approved budget.

Essential Functions:  All aspects of program finance, including but not limited to:

• Preparing detailed program team budgets and updating projections for monthly sales, operating income, and cash receipt forecasts.
• Maintaining timely and accurate EACs for assigned programs.
• Preparing variance analysis in support of program management for internal weekly and monthly reviews.
• Experience analyzing and reporting Earned Value Management data.
• Generating monthly project billings.
• Providing financial support to DCMA/DCAA audits.
• Identify and develop process improvements to streamline reporting and improve efficiency
• Developing detailed, accurate manufacturing and material cost estimates.  Update proposals to include actual purchase order and other cost data in preparation for negotiations.
• Conducting ad hoc analysis as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience in Finance.  Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry
• Minimum 2 years of Earned Value experience
• Minimum 1 year with Earned Value Management, and an Earned Value tool (COBRA, etc.)

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Basic understanding of cost accounting and FA principles. Familiarity with SAP or other ERP.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skill set, including the capability to interface with customers and form strong business partnerships with key program leaders
• Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Familiarity with an ERP an Earned Value tool, preferably Cost Point, SAP and Cobra
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to proactively solve problems and issues in a timely manner
• Self-motivated and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with people of all levels/functions within the organization
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, listening)
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects.
• Should be a self-starter that can work independently and in a team environment
• Must use management by fact, understand risk management and be able to work well within a team.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $84K - $156K. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.