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Finance Analyst - 36-month Rotation Program ID: 2025-69857
USA-VA-Chantilly
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 12/30/2025
Category: Accounting/Finance
Employment Type: College
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance may be be required after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an entry level Finance Analyst - 36-month Rotation Program. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nations fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
As a Finance Analystin our 36-month Rotation Program you will be given the opportunity to build relationships with the senior finance leadership team and will complete three developmental rotations over a 36-month period through Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Rates and Government Compliance.
Some of the opportunities you will have to use and grow your skills as a Finance Analyst include: Providing complete financial analysis support and control.Preparing and reviewing balance sheet and P&L data for senior management.Develop company operating plan and forecast updates. Monitoring actual results compared to plan/forecast and identifying variances.Preparing and presenting summary financial status reports to management and customers.Performing month-end and quarter-end close activities. Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements to GD Corporate office.Examines and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controlPerforms assigned audits in accordance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal AuditingResponsible for planning audit work, performing fieldwork testing, preparing work papers and reporting audit findings and recommendations for process improvements to management Conducts entrance and exit conferences for auditsUpdates desk manuals, policies, and procedures to improve internal controls and compliance systemsProvides financial support to management by analyzing actual department costs, rate performance, and researching charges to assist in controlling costs and meet budgeted targets Develops chargeback and overhead rates, used to cost and price government contracts, within Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety, Communications, Customer Service, Community Service, and Labor Overhead charge backs.Prepare journal entries for costs that are accrued in one account to charge costs back to the benefiting departmentsPrepare Incurred Cost Proposal schedules in accordance with the government's Incurred Cost Electronic (ICE)Model. Work with various functions across the business tocompile, review and analyze business system data ensuring accuracy and consistency.Support government audit data requests and other ad hoc requests for information from both internal and external customers.Review incurred costs and evaluate for allowability referencing Contract Cost Principles (FAR Part 31).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: - General knowledge of internal General Ledger Accounting, Rates and Compliance, and Cost Proposal functions
- General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
- Solid computer skills including MSExcel, MSWord, and MSPowerPoint
- General knowledge of PowerBI and a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence concepts and their applications in financial analysis
- Developing analytical skills including ability to analyze data and reconcile financial accounts
- General knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulation, General Dynamics Systems and policies, Government Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Earned Value Management System
- General knowledge of revenue recognition concepts and Accounting for Government contracts
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team process skills
Interpersonal skills
Preferred Experience: Applicants must exemplify excellent analytical and risk management skills and demonstrate critical thinking, effective communication skills, and an interest in advancing the business and their careers. Must be able to travel 10% of the time.Experience in EXCEL, WORD and PowerPoint. Must be capable of obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance. #LI-Hybrid
Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range USD $64,854.00 - USD $70,174.00 /Yr.
Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 13,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours,