Financial Analyst I

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Finance Analyst 1 to join the Business Unit Finance team, located in St. Petersburg, FL.

We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by DELIVERING THE BEST OT THE BEST. Our products can be found within every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world.

This individual will be required to perform economic research and studies of rates of return, depreciation and investments. Analyze profit-and-loss income statements and prepares reports and recommendations to management. Generate forecasts and analyzes trends in sales, finance and other areas of business. Research economic progressions to assist the organization's financial planning. Create financial models of "what if" scenarios for future business planning decisions in areas such as new product development, new marketing strategies, etc.

Conducts quantitative analyses of information affecting budgets, expenses, and other financial projects.
• Collects and analyzes financial information for assigned accounts, products or product lines, or business units to track the organization's progress against financial goals.
• Reports current or expected financial performance and creates financial models to guide decision making.
• Analyzes cash flow, expenditures, revenue, depreciation, and investments to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls.
• Assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, or annual financial statements.
• May also support corporate planning by conducting analyses of operational effectiveness and capacity utilization.

• Required Education: Associate's Degree Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Finance/ Accounting
• Years and Area of Experience (required for the role): 0-2 years of relevant experience in Accounting/Cost Estimating or related Finance degree
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Account reconciliation. Business valuation. Financial analysis. Financial forecasting. Trend analysis. Financial analysis software. Financial research and analytics software.
• Critical Professional Related Technical Skills; Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Other Requirements: Oral and written communication skills. Analytical thinking skills. Statistical knowledge. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines.