Senior Analyst - Financial Planning Analysis
Precision Combustion, Inc, United States
Job Description
Who We Are
Precision Combustion, Inc (PCI) is a growing technology company whose mission is to develop new technologies and products for clean energy. We apply scientific fundamentals and creativity in developing advanced combustion. We develop clean energy and environmental innovations with proven expertise in catalytic combustion, catalytic reforming, and novel specialty applications of short contact time catalysts. We’re working on SOFC fuel cells, CO2 capture, materials, chemical reactors, environmental systems for space craft, reformers, H2 generators, clean burners, and more!
Role and responsibilities
We want an experienced and skilled Senior Analyst to join our growing team. We want the intelligence, initiative, and teamwork needed to operate in a fast-paced growing environment, and someone who will draw satisfaction from our mission and success. The Senior Analyst will be a key contributor to our Finance department, working to operate, manage and continuously improve all financial/accounting operations including project management and other information needed to support our scientists and engineers.
Reporting to the Controller, this position requires solid analytical and communication skills, personal productivity, business sense, and a high degree of initiative and responsibility. Applicants will ideally have experience working in a project management environment and/or for a federal contractor using government accounting systems including GAAP and potentially Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) requirements.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reports for the Program Managers and Project Leaders, as well as ad-hoc financial analysis/special projects.
- Responsible for set-up and maintenance of projects in the ERP system.
- Capable of sustained personal growth as we grow.
- As you perform, we will give you challenge, opportunity, support, and growth.
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and Federal Government (FAR/DFARS).
- Assist Program Manager in monitoring and managing cost performance against plans to ensure contractual cost objections are met.
- Participate in PCI’s financial and project forecasting process.
- Prepare all financial reports required by government contracts.
- Prepare supporting documentation for government billings.
- Prepare documentation for external audits.
- Collaborate cross functionally as a business partner to drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis processes.
- Recommend ways to improve accounting processes, reduce costs, and enhance revenue.
- Understand key business drivers.
Requirements
Required Skills amp; Knowledge
- BA/BS or MS in accounting or finance. CPA/MBA desired but not required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ accounting/finance experience; project and government preferred.
- Self-motivated and proactive with strong analytical aptitude.
- Ability to manage simultaneous tasks and projects, and to meet multiple deadlines.
- Advanced financial modeling skills.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Experience working within an ERP environment.
- Experience with project accounting, ideally including providing enhanced analysis and support for project/program managers.
- Knowledge of techniques and methods used in avoiding and finding accounting errors.
- Knowledge of government accounting and project/program requirements - FAR, DCAA, DCMA, OTA, Ramp;D accounting, and SBIR/STTR.
Benefits
Benefits
At PCI you’ll find cohesive teams and a culture that promotes open communication and support. We also recognize and embrace that we are a team made up of individuals with full lives that extend beyond the workday. Our policies and benefits are crafted with our employees in mind.
We offer: A competitive salary and benefits platform (medical/dental/vision; STD/LTD, Life Insurance).
· 401(k) with company match.
· Tuition reimbursement.
· Paid Time Off (PTO).
· Flexible work hours.
More information can be found on our career page at: www.precision-combustion.com
Please note, we are not able to sponsor visas. Interested applicants should submit both a resume and cover letter to U.S. Candidates only.