Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

SUMMARY:  VSE Corporation is seeking a candidate for its Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A) role. This role will provide exposure across the organization, allowing for an opportunity to understand all VSE businesses at an accelerated pace. The candidate must be a self-starter, who has an inquisitive nature and willingness to learn and improve processes. Candidate must have the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, problem solving skills, ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects concurrently. Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and work well with others.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare daily revenue flash across business divisions.
• Extract large amounts of data from various ERP systems for financial reporting.
• Prepare, consolidate, and analyze monthly forecasts across VSE divisions. This includes reviewing forecasts of all business divisions and comparing to actuals and prior forecasts, as well as reporting results to Senior Leadership.
• Prepare quarterly business reviews (QBRs) for senior management.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operating plan and long-range plan.  This includes working with the various businesses and teams to build and consolidate the financial details behind these plans.
• Support monthly and quarterly close process and financial statement preparation. 
• Work closely with accounting and other functions. 

• Identify trends and make recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Assist in forecasting the cash flow, understanding key needs across the business, and building them into the budget.

• Analyze new business development opportunities.

• Support analysis for new acquisitions. 

• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in Corporate Finance or Public Accounting, preferably with some experience in an FP&A organization.
  • Demonstrated understanding of GAAP accounting.
  • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel.
    • Willing to travel 10-15% as business needs require.

       

      PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

       

• Certified Public Accountant
• Financial Analysis / Budgeting / Forecasting experience
• Experience with Oracle Forecasting applications

OTHER:

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.