BAE Systems

Job Description

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BAE Systems is hiring a Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Director leading the US Defense Segment. This role reports directly to the Sr. Director of Electronic Systems FP&A and is responsible for leading the segment level financial efforts, providing oversight and guidance to a team of three finance professionals. Responsibilities include chairing the ES CAS Board of Directors, capital strategy, cash forecasting, balance sheet analysis and insights, working capital and various financial reporting activities. This role will provide leadership to their team and work collaboratively with their functional and business area finance counterparts to ensure partnership on key objectives, continuous improvement, and optimization of the finance function. This role will focus on execution and operational excellence as well as efficient growth of the overall segment, positioning the business for success in critical initiatives, customer satisfaction, talent development, and team building.

This role is intended to be performed in a full-time remote format. However, depending on an individual's preference, they will be allowed to work either hybrid or full-time on-site if desired, provided they're within a commutable distance to an existing BAE Systems ES facility.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• US Defense Segment affordability lead: Serve as the ES CAS Board of Directors chairperson driving cost and expenses discussions that directly impact ES CAS Segment affordability and associated rates.
• Capital Investment: Partner with Strategy and leadership on capital investment decisions providing financial insights related to affordability. Provide monthly insight into financial reporting and monthly roundtable meetings with capital coordinators. Continue improvement initiatives to streamline the capital process and lead the depreciation forecasting process.
• Collaboration and Functional Counterparts: Coordinate with internal stakeholders (ex: Business Area’s, Functional Cost Mgmt, Accounting) and subject matter experts to build and sustain best practices and operational excellence in support of the ES CAS and USD segment. Partner with Sector FP&A and business intelligence managers to ensure one cohesive team and collaboration supporting the QBR and IBP process.
• Metrics, Reporting, and Communication: Establish and maintain standard metrics (KPI’s, Balance Sheet, and working capital analysis), reporting, and communication to support Monthly Management Review (MMR), ensuring timely and accurate information. Supporting both internal (COSA/ Inc Audits) and external (Deloitte) reporting and requests.
• Team Leadership: Lead and direct a team of Finance professionals, inspiring a high-performing team that embodies BAE Systems' behaviors and cultural principles.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in finance, with a focus on business partnering and collaboration.
• Proven track record of driving collaboration across teams and improving financial performance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including finance counterparts and subject matter experts
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely across a broad audience
• Extensive financial business acumen and relevant skillset

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• MBA or Master's in related field preferred
• Business analytics and systems expertise
• Experience with balance sheet concepts and HFM

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $135556 - $230444

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.