Principal FP&A Analyst
BAE Systems· enterprise· Defense & Space· Oct 23, 2026 · 5d ago
Jacksonville, Florida
In office
Full-time
Principal
$92K–$157K
6+ years exp
Job description
Job Description BAE Systems Maritime Solution is searching for a Financial Planning & Control analyst to join our dynamic team. This role serves as a primary financial partner to the business unit, ensuring that operational decisions are backed by rigorous financial modeling and that the business remains aligned with BAE Systems' overarching financial goals.
Key Responsibilities • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development of the annual operating plan (AOP) and periodic rolling forecasts. Analyze variances between actuals and budgets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Strategic Analysis: Develop complex financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, capital expenditures (CapEx), and program profitability within the maritime solutions business unit.
• Reporting & Dashboards: Create and maintain monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership, translating raw data into actionable insights regarding revenue, margins, and overhead spending.
• Operational Partnership: Collaborate with program managers and operational leads to track project milestones and ensure financial alignment with technical execution.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor working capital, including unbilled receivables and deferred revenue, to optimize the business unit's cash position.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related experience in a quantitative field
• Experience: 6 years of experience in corporate finance or FP&A, preferably within the defense, aerospace, or maritime industries.
• Technical Skills: • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, macros, and data manipulation).
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong aptitude for data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to synthesize large datasets into concise executive summaries.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with government contracting, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS), and SOX Compliance.
• Communication: Ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Earned Value Management: Experience leading or working on a contractual EVMS or EVMS light program a plus.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $92180 - $156707
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, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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