Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst. This position is located in Columbus, Ohio.
Works collaboratively with operations and business development leadership on business decisions, along with program cost control and estimating functional requirements.
Responsibilities
- Independently provides knowledge in program cost controls & estimating functional requirements for all contract sizes and types; may assist with pricing strategy, modeling and analysis to improve win percentage and profitability; may participate in proposal process for large, strategic opportunities including bid/no-bid decision and providing input to the cost and overall pricing strategy; identifies areas for improvement and cost savings; and works collaboratively across the organization to resolve issues.
- Independently provides program cost control and estimating functional requirements for cost analysis and estimates for new business opportunities and program lifecycle financial management; prepares final proposal pricing in format required by the client; completes program set-up activities and works with Program Management to design and implement Work Breakdown Structure (WBS); supports Program Management and broader finance team with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, execution, monitoring and control; and is familiar with Battelle overhead-rate structure, accounting practices, and financial systems.
- Works independently with Program and Finance Management to identify and mitigate business risk and supports Program and Finance Management with ensuring compliance with Government Contracting regulations and contractual terms.
- Establishes contract Estimates at Complete (EAC) to establish the correct revenue recognition
- Supports the preparation and coordination of the Annual Operating Plan and quarterly financial forecasts for orders, revenue, earnings and cash.
- Performs analysis and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated budgets
- Performs cost and schedule risk assessments to mitigate program risk
- Performs variance analysis for actual cost incurred vs. both plan and