Financial Analyst Job at Robert Half (Simi Valley)

Financial Analyst

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Simi Valley

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Looking for a talented, driven and experienced individual to assist in the development of financial plans and forecasts, the analysis of operational results, and support adherence to appropriate accounting standards. This individual will work under the guidance of the company Director of Finance. The Financial Analyst is a key member of the organization, providing analytical support for leadership of key functional areas. This position will serve as a trusted financial advisor and support management with analysis and reporting to help support and accelerate rapid growth.

Job Responsibility:

Responsible for ongoing review and reporting of sales and margins of the programs
Provide support to the management team in helping build forecasts and annual budgets
Support preparation and financial obligations of the strategic 5-year plan
Support all weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements
Support headcount forecasting and reporting
Lead all month end GM analytics and costing processes
Conduct variance analysis based on actuals, spend plans, and trends and partner with leadership team to identify issues and opportunities
Support to Inventory management by: Review inventory valuation from month to month to ensure standard cost accuracy
Review and correct zero cost items and location with negative quantities
Prepare excess and obsolete analysis
Compile Weekly and Monthly Labor Analysis
Perform periodic cost roll update
Oversee timely work order completion
Assist with proposals, oversee Hardware pricing and costing
Prepare and analyze weekly / monthly reports for management team
Prepare monthly cost reports in accordance with contract requirements on specific contracts
Assist with month end close duties
Assist with Balance Sheet reconciliation

Requirements:

Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting or other related discipline
Recent experience in the finance function
Minimum of 3+ years of financial analyst experience in a manufacturing-based business
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment and lead teams to results
Demonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinking
Proven ability to partner with business leaders at a strategic level
Advanced computer skills on MS Office and databases
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proven ability to communicate both written and verbally
Experience with project accounting
Experience in the Aerospace and Defense sector preferred

Nice to have:

Experience with general or cost accounting
Experience with auditing with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience with accounting software
Experience with government contract accounting
Experience with Percent of Completion Methodology

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligible to enroll in company 401(k) plan
Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits
Free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 07, 2026

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