Analyst, Financial 2, DZMG

About Day and Zimmermann
 

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com

We’re looking for a Financial Analyst, DZMG to join our Day & Zimmermann team.

The Financial Analyst is a primary partner with our program managers for all financial aspects of programs. This role is pivotal in driving Estimate at Completion (EAC) development and business performance by delivering actionable insights and outcome-focused analysis to support programmatic decision-making. This position will produce budgets and forecasts with a strong emphasis on leveraging data to provide clear, impactful recommendations. The position will manage EACs, complex financial models, developing basis of estimates with program managers, and present information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders to guide and influence outcomes.

As the Financial Analyst, here’s the work you’ll do:

• Under the guidance of the Director, Finance & Controller, manage the development of Estimate at Completions (EACs) in collaboration with program managers.  Development financial planning process for programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling through active participation, communication and collaboration with program managers and plant operations management, supply chain, and legal.  Provide strategic financial guidance to support program business objectives.
• Prepare and present financial reports and slide presentations, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management and stakeholders. Provide actionable insights based on financial data. 
• Analyze and evaluate program costs, ensuring accurate allocation and application within the manufacturing process. Identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.  Drive process, reporting, and analytics improvements. Learn and leverage ERP and business intelligence tools in place to enhance automation of reporting and analysis, specifically usage of SAP Finance, PowerBI and SAP MRP.
• Create and maintain analyses for fixed and variable assets, cost of capital, return on investment, and cash flow in support of capital allocation and investment decisions, budget and forecasting, and growth planning.
• Support development of basis of estimates, bill of materials, and pricing in collaboration with program managers and supply chain for program related proposals.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or accounting with financial reporting responsibilities within a manufacturing environment, preferably in munitions or industrial manufacturing

And if you have these qualifications

• Strong Analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.Proven knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.  Planning and Analysis along with a strong operational understanding of business decision making.
• Ability to clearly and consistently get information across in a timely and effective manner both verbally and in writing via multiple methods (i.e., presentations to groups both large and small).  Demonstrates the ability to influence decisions and stakeholders
• Proficiency in SAP or another comprehensive ERP system for data extraction, financial reporting, and analysis.  Knowledge MRP concepts and their application in manufacturing operations, with specific knowledge of SAP MRP a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel (including advanced functions, financial modeling, and data analysis) and PowerPoint (for creating high-quality presentations).  PowerBI experience is highly desire
• Possesses and demonstrates familiarity with GAAP, CAS, FAR, DFAR, and applicable government regulation
• Experience in dea