Sr Financial Analyst
Burbank, CA - USA
Job Summary
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every 1.2 seconds product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team Crane A&Es brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. Youll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere schools weather and no shortage of entertainment.
Job Summary
The Senior Financial Analyst develops analyzes and maintains complex financial data to support both short- and longterm business objectives. Reporting to the Senior Controller this role performs advanced financial reporting forecasting and modeling applying expertlevel knowledge of financial theory and practices. Assignments range from highly specialized analyses to broad evaluations across multiple financial areas and require strong judgment rigorous evaluation of data and the ability to interpret complex or intangible business conditions.
The ideal candidate is motivated proactive resourceful and detailoriented with excellent organizational communication and criticalthinking skills. This role requires adaptability and the ability to partner effectively across the organization.
Essential Functions
- Support strategy annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes for the local entity and across business units.
- Prepare and analyze P&L Balance Sheet and Cash Flow variance reports related to budget forecast and prioryear results.
- Lead KPI forecasting for assigned business groups including headcount capital and operating expenses.
- Serve as a finance lead on assigned internal projects; collaborate with crossfunctional teams to understand key business issues and translate them into financial models metrics and insights. Support the Oracle ERP migration project.
- Provide actionable insights on revenue spending variances and departmentlevel performance to business partners.
- Provide backup support to the Senior Controller by learning and preparing required financial reports and analyses.
- Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic and operational decisionmaking; assist management with analysis of customer programs projects investments and other initiatives.
- Partner with business leaders to understand key financial and operational drivers identify trends and translate business performance into meaningful insights.
- Monitor revenue expenses working capital capital expenditures and cash flow performance relative to budget and forecast.
- Build improve and maintain financial reporting tools dashboards and KPIs to enhance business performance visibility.
- Support monthend close activities including reviewing and approving journal entries.
- Lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and enhance financial reporting practices.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or management.
Minimum Qualifications
- 8 years of experience in a Financial Analyst role or equivalent analytical position.
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related discipline.
- 5 years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience.
- Proven experience developing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Excel and financial analysis tools.
- Deep understanding of financial statements cash flow and key financial/operational metrics.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across functions in a fastpaced environment.
Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA CPA CMA or other relevant professional certification.
- Experience in aerospace defense aviation or manufacturing industries.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial planning/reporting tools.
- Experience with projectbased or programbased financial analysis.
- Experience developing dashboards and managementlevel reporting.
- Public company experience.
Top Benefits:
You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website at more information on our company and greatopportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Salary Range: $128736 - $156521
Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.