Overview
We are seeking a Lead, Business Operations (Financial) to join us in our Huntsville, AL facility. This role provides fiscal and schedule administration of direct contract accounts including budgeting, estimates at completion, forecasting, earned value, and applicable analysis and reporting. Prepares and presents recommendations to management based on financial planning data. Act as primary department resource between accounting, business planning, program management, and operational management on financial and performance issues.
Essential Functions
60% - Perform budgeting, forecasting, forward pricing estimates, ETC/EAC, revenue recognition (605/606), monitor cash flow and performance measurement system status (EVM) and maintenance utilizing computers/systems as required to perform responsibilities and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
20% - Review and analyze contract status/progress and prepare variance analysis reports apprising management of trends and anomalies which effect performance.
10% - Evaluate, prioritize, and categorize data (Risk Management) in various forms and formats using proper accounting principles, practices and procedures.
5% - Utilize organizational skills to effectively coordinate schedules and work flow utilizing the knowledge of operations (manufacturing, engineering, test, etc.) as required to accomplish assigned activities and an understanding of business management systems.
5% - Using knowledge of governmental accounting methods, procedures and regulations, determine solutions to objectives demonstrating a complete understanding and application of principles, concepts and practices.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10 years of directly related experience (transactional accounting, audit or business analysis)
Ability to use MS Excel to develop analysis tools and tabulate and chart data from complex data sets
Knowledge of Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) or similar system
Ability to work with Access databases
Familiarity ERP systems & manufacturing environments
Knowledge of continuous improvement
Desired qualifications:
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Capable of working in a team environment
Self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Must be able to see beyond the spreadsheet.
Able to understand the customer's needs and why, and recommend/present solutions
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.