Financial Analyst
New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
The ideal candidate will have previously demonstrated a strong sense of collaborative, team player philosophy, as well as excellent teaming and communication skills, professionalism, a strong work ethic, a process improvement mindset, and the ability to provide excellent customer service.
Your responsibilities include:
- Conducting financial analysis which include detailed reviews of planned Cost
- and Obligations, Plan vs. Actual and explanation of all variances.
- Developing and maintaining monthly performance cost reports.
- Participate in and assist with budget planning for cost accounts
- Research data in support of budget development and review process.
- Research discrepancies and prepare Cost Transfer Requests.
- Respond to moderately complex financial questions from laboratory personnel
- May assist with schedule creation, editing and/or monitoring.
NOTE: THIS POSITION MAY BE CLASSIFIED AT ONE LEVEL HIGHER THAN THE POSTED LEVEL. A DETERMINATION WILL BE MADE AFTER THE FINAL CANDIDATE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED.
Qualifications:
- Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related discipline with a minimum of 1 years of related experience; Masters degree in similar disciplines.
- Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve issues independently.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications such as Excel (advance excel, macros, pivot table, vlookup, etc.), Word and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge in the areas of financial analysis and reporting, planning and scheduling, and work planning.
- A customer service philosophy and professionalism when interfacing with all levels of personnel.
- Ability to present findings in a clear, concise manner using graphics, tables and high-level summarization
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to implement best business practices in achieving the goals of the organization.
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of JPL policies, procedures, processes and financial systems.
- Administrative experience in the areas of financial analysis, budgeting, and cost analysis.
- Experience with ORACLE financial and requisition modules.
- Experience with a chargeback or showback model.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong excel skills.
- Experience with Excel BI, Power BI, PowerPivot
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.
In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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