Senior Specialist, Program Finance

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Senior Specialist, Program Finance Analyst Job Code: 42378 Job Location:  Norfolk, VA. Schedule:  9/80 -  Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off     Job Description:   L3 Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Spec. Program Finance team member who will support the Power Systems Norfolk finance team. The successful candidate will report to our Program Finance and Pricing Manager. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a growing organization focused on driving business results and forecast accuracy. This position will be overseeing the Production portfolio.   Essential Functions:   ·        Support major programs including Cost Plus/Fixed Price, with contractual Earned Value (EVMS) reporting requirements. ·        Preparation of EV deliverables, variance analysis for internal management. ·        Experience using PeopleSoft, COBRA, Hyperion or equivalent Earned Value tools and advanced Excel skills ·        Project financial analyst is responsible for setting up and activation of assigned projects, service orders and production work order support in ERP system ·        Monitor and analyze program costs, perform financial analysis for labor, material, subcontract and ODC estimates against budget and forecast ·        Prepare Estimates at Completion (EAC) for programs and access profit impacts with variance commentary ·        Provide input for the monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and cash forecasting process ·        Perform variance analysis to forecasted results (EAC, Sales, Profit and Cash), identifying specific drivers of deviations from estimates ·        Review weekly labor/material charges and analyze variances ·        Work with program management and the program teams to report on the health of assigned programs.   Prepare program management review packages. ·        Develop, communicate, and recommend action plans with program teams to ensure financial targets and program goals are achieved. ·        Provide financial analysis for audits and other financial activities, as necessary. ·        Strong teamwork and business partnering skills. ·        Process improvement oriented, ability to identify and implement improvement ideas.   Qualifications:   ·        Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior finance experience OR Graduate Degree with 4 years of prior finance experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. ·        Eligibility to obtain DOD Security Clearance which requires US citizenship.   Preferred Additional Skills:   ·       Experience with multiple contract types (CP/FFP/T&M) ·       Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with a keen eye on details. ·       Good organizational skills with ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment ·       Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. ·       Self-motivated attitude with a strong work ethic. ·       Approachable disposition with a demonstrated ability to work well within a team and