Sr. Financial Analyst

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC) a leader in providing energetic material solutions for the aerospace and defense industry is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to join our Hollister CA team. PacSci EMC plays a critical role in delivering mission-critical technologies that support both commercial and defense programs worldwide. As part of our finance organization this role partners directly with site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy drive performance and contribute to the success of high-impact aerospace and defense programs.

• Assisting in the communication of the operating companys financial performance plan and targets to various levels of the organization.
• Investigating and analyzing deviations to program budgets and performing program reviews
• Conducting ad-hoc analysis for strategic and operational initiatives.
• Strong partnership with functional managers in accounting and finance operations supply chain program management pricing and contracts to develop program budgets and monitor the progress of programs.
• Learning mindset and application of RBS (Ralliant Business System) for continuous improvements.
• Bias for action to proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Effective communication of data driven recommendations to move the business forward

Qualifications:

• Strong Excel and financial modeling or data analytics skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships in a team environment.
• Bias for action.
• Intellectual curiosity and learning agility.
• Motivation for continuous improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in business results reporting forecasting and planning.
• Government accounting and GAAP knowledge preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required per ITAR regulations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Economics or similar field.
• 3 - 5 years of FP&A or financial analyst experience.

Key Competencies

• Willingness to Dig In: Proactive and ready to engage deeply with financial data programs and cross-functional challenges.
• Tolerance of Ambiguity: Ability to work effectively when situations are not clearly defined.
• Prior FP&A Experience: Previous financial planning and analysis experience is required.
• Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in data analysis ideally with SQL and Power BI or strong systems aptitude.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in reporting forecasting and planning.
• Accountability: Consistently meeting deadlines and following through on commitments.
• Proactivity in Business Partnership: Taking initiative in communication with program teams factory managers and functional leaders.
• Manufacturing Background Preferred: Understanding of factory operations and manufacturing processes is favored but strong financial statement experience from other industries may be considered.

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