Financial Analyst - Structured Finance

Job Description
Position Title
: Program Finance Analyst
Position Reports To:
Associate Manager, Program Finance
At Trident Systems, we believe that strong engineering principles are fundamental to driving innovation and solving complex problems. We promote a culture characterized by rigorous engineering practices and a commitment to continuous improvement. This is achieved by leveraging our organization's collective expertise through collaborative development processes, which include thorough design and peer reviews.

We can deliver innovative, high-performance solutions that meet our customers' evolving requirements by integrating our specialized knowledge in aerospace electronic systems with appropriately scaled development methodologies. We are a mission partner supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, and Civil space customers. We develop complex, radiation effects mitigated, designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.

Trident seeks a driven and highly capable Program Finance Analyst (internal level III) to support the financial management of projects throughout their lifecycle, from planning and budgeting to forecasting and performance analysis. This role is responsible for assisting in the preparation of financial reports, monitoring project costs, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and contractual requirements. The analyst will work closely with program managers, finance leadership, and cross-functional teams to provide accurate, timely, and insightful financial data to support decision-making.

Provides financial data inputs and analysis for various business reviews as needed. Prepare or aid in monthly financial submissions related to programs including but not limited to monthly revenue recognition, billings, external financial reports, and any other monthly reporting as required. Monitors performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variances. Analyzes complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial information to management for decision making purposes.

Supports ad-hoc reporting and analysis, setup and closeout actions related to program finance, special projects and internal/external audits as required. Maintain a high level of discretion while processing and handling confidential information. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar field. Minimum of 4 years of experience in Program Finance, FP&A, or Accounting (or 2 years of experience with a Master's degree)
Working knowledge of GAAP to support accurate complex accounting transactions and business operations, financial reporting and compliance.

Working knowledge of various contract types: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Time & Material (T&M), etc. Experience with MS Office including Excel (i.e., Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Experience with an ERP system, Microsoft Business Central a plus. Experience with Power BI a plus.

Full-Time Salary Range: $74,000 - $137,000
Please Note: Actual compensation offered will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, business considerations, and geographic location where applicable.

Medical
Dental
Short term disability
Long term disability
Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
~ Holidays
~Tuition reimbursement
~ Annual discretionary bonus (for eligible roles)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruiting@tridsys.

Pay Transparency: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.