Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial Analyst

Financial Planning And Analysis, Financial Analyst

The Financial Planning & Analysis Financial Analyst is an experienced Financial Planning and Analysis professional who will provide critical support and analytical insight across budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and financial reporting, with a primary focus on indirect and overhead cost areas. In this role, one partners closely with Finance leadership and Business Unit leaders to prepare accurate budgets, monitor and analyze performance, and provide meaningful insights that help drive cost and operational efficiencies. This position will also take a leading role in refining indirect cost models, improving reporting, and ensuring management has the financial data needed to make informed decisions.

Essential Functions :

• Supports the preparation and consolidation of indirect and overhead budgets during annual planning and monthly / quarterly forecast cycles
• Partners with business leaders to develop cost projections, track spending trends, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Prepares monthly financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts
• Reviews, analyzes and interprets financial and budgetary reports to develop observations and preliminary recommendations
• Provides interpretation of financial data in spreadsheets, charts, and reports
• Maintains and enhances cost allocation and indirect rates models, along with reporting structures, to ensure data integrity, transparency and version control
• Collaborates with Accounting during month-end close to review reclasses and expense alignment
• Contributes to long-range planning and scenario analysis to support the business plan
• Performs a variety of special projects, financial presentations and financial analysis
• Participate in process improvement initiatives that enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and visibility
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications :

Additional Requirements :

This position can be performed in either a hybrid or remote work arrangement. While we welcome qualified candidates from across the U.S., we have a preference for individuals located near one of AV's major sites Simi Valley, CA; Albuquerque, NM; Dayton, OH; Huntsville, AL; or Washington, D.C. Proximity to these locations allows for more regular in-person collaboration when needed.