Financial Analyst Accountant

Financial Analyst Accountant

Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered products and systems principally for the aerospace and defense markets. Mason, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transdigm, offers world-class control devices and subsystems — such as control grips, throttles, HaWC controllers, and communications interfaces — for today’s advanced cockpits, military vehicles, and other specialized applications. Our solutions fall into two broad categories: control products and components.

Title: · Financial Analyst Accountant · Job Family: · Finance

Reports to: · Assistant Controller · FLSA Status · Exempt

EEOC Class: · Professional

Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst will leverage your analytical expertise and industry knowledge to provide insightful financial analysis, support budgeting processes, and contribute to the financial success of our innovative projects.

Position Duties

Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making in company product projects.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Collaborate with project management teams to track project budgets and forecasts.
• Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
• Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures specific to the aerospace and defense sector.
• Assist in the preparation of budget proposals and financial forecasts for aerospace and defense projects.
• Perform cost analysis and monitor cost-saving initiatives related to operations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and industry-specific standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate financial risks in projects.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data within ERP systems.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Monitor and report on financial trends and developments in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.
• Support contract negotiations and pricing strategies with a financial perspective.

Other

• Works on special projects and other job-related duties as required.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
• Understand and live by the Company’s ethics and business conduct policies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting, preferably in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations, including GAAP.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software, such as SAP or Oracle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data analysis.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial statements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with defense contracting regulations and compliance is a plus.
• FAR/CAS Regulations knowledge a plus
• MBA/CPA a plus
• Knowledge of internal controls and accounting policies a plus

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required
• Ability to uphold the stress of working in a busy and demanding role
• Regular, predictable attendance is required; Esp during payroll processing, month/quarter close

Compensation Range is: $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 per annum DOE

Other

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C

Mason is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability