Career Search

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Finance business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

This position will report to the Vice President of Business Process Controls and will interface will all levels of Textron personnel across the businesses, Textron Corporate personnel and the US Government (USG). The ability to interact and communicate with all levels of management within Textron and the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and other USG agencies is critical for this position. This position is expected to work independently and effectively manage staff within the BPC group.

This position will be responsible for documenting and supporting compliance with Textron processes related to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). This position will also be responsible for continuously evaluating existing processes for improvement. Additionally, this position will be responsible for resolving issues with the USG customer.

Responsibilities

·       Support various Textron business units with USG audits of business systems, incurred cost submissions, forward pricing rates, and all other USG audits

·       Assist Textron business units and Textron Corporate with maintaining CAS Disclosure Statements

·       Continuously evaluate compliance with CAS and other regulatory requirements

·       Assess any proposed accounting changes and develop cost impacts and/or General Dollar Magnitudes (GDM) to quantify potential impacts

·       Support requests for information from DCAA, DCMA and other USG agencies

·       Review USG audit reports and develop robust responses

·       Be a liaison between the company and USG customers

·       Develop strategies to resolve complex issues

·       Support Direct Assist Audits of Textron USG regulated business systems, as defined in DFARS 7002, and interact with Defense Contract Audit Agency and Defense Contract Management Agency personnel and management

·       Support creation and presentation of Textron position, as it relates to USG compliance, in response to various USG audits

Job Description:

*This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience.

The Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Compliance Analyst for Textron Systems, is primarily responsible for ensuring compliance with the 32 EVM guidelines across the company for their assigned programs. This role requires integration with the program teams and acts as a support function providing guidance, training, document review, internal surveillance prep as well as interaction with DCMA, DCAA and customers.

The Sr Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Compliance Analyst, will be primarily responsible for ensuring compliance with EVM guidance across the company. This includes applying project management oversight to assigned projects, developing/designing and implementing new or revised departmental policies, programs, techniques, and methods. Will provide financial and scheduling guidance to Program Management teams through the EV Core Team. Position requires a working knowledge of the Earned Value Management (EVM) Industry Standard, EIA 748 (current version).

Responsibilities include:

Level 2 Responsibilities Include:

• Supports the development and preparation of program baselines and financial forecasts, estimate at complete (EAC) development and reviews, preparation of financial packages, EVMS reporting and compliance support, audit support, baseline development, financial and investigative analysis, and real-time information and analysis to PMs, CAMs and Finance Management.
• Closely supports PM team and collaborates with other functions including scheduling, contracts, procurement, ops finance, and central finance
• Supports Textron Systems EVMS policy, process, tools, training and performance assessment
• Operates within the guidelines of DFAR, and related EVM guidance.
• Provides specialized EVM analysis and develops specialized reports using analytical tools as required
• Reviews BCRs, IPMRs/IPMDARs, VARs, CAPs, WADs for compliance with Textron Systems and Government requirements
• Works across departmental lines to support the implementation of system enhancements to improve the accessibility, accuracy, and reliability of information
• Works closely with cross functional teams and departments to ensure compliance.
• Supports customer audits and reviews. Communicates with DCMA on a regular basis regarding EVMS assessments.
• Leads internal ongoing surveillance in preparation for external customer surveillance
• Required to teach various EVM trainings

Level 3 Responsibilities Include:

• Supports program teams in the development and preparation of program baselines and financial forecasts, estimate at complete (EAC) development and reviews, preparation of financial packages, EVMS reporting and compliance support, audit support, baseline development and internal integrated baseline reviews, financial and investigative analysis, and real-time information and analysis to PMs, CAMs and Finance Management
• Closely supports PM team and collaborates with other functions including scheduling, contracts, procurement and central finance
• Leads and mentors’ financial analysts and program master schedulers
• Supports Textron Systems EVMS policy, process, tools, training and performance assessment in accordance with EVMS 32 guidelines
• Provides specialized EVM analysis and develops specialized reports using analytical tools as required
• Reviews BCRs, CPRs, IPMRs, VARs, CAPs, WADs for compliance with AAI and Government requirements
• Works across departmental lines to support the implementation of system enhancements to improve the accessibility, accuracy and reliability of information
• Supports customer audits and reviews to include program management team preparation for DCMA’s yearly Standard Surveillance Plan

• Communicates with DCMA on a regular basis regarding EVMS assessments

   

   

Pay range for level II is $72,600 - $108,800

Pay range for level III $89800 - $135,600

We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.  

But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life. 

We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.  

Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big. 

Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! 

About This Role

The Financial Analyst position conducts analysis, maintains forecasts, and provides EACs for various programs. Under direction of the Manager, Finance, the Analyst will generate and track monthly budgets, cost projections, and variance analysis, in addition to various Earned Value reports within the Weapons Systems Operating Unit.

Level II Responsibilities

• Support assigned programs with timely analysis, financial modeling and recommendations for decision making.
• Use analysis to identify and investigate program issues and advise on appropriate course of action.
• Conduct program analysis, maintain forecasts and provide monthly Estimate at Completion (EACs).
• Establish and maintain standard corporate financial reports and program Earned Value status reports.
• Provide real time information to the Manager, Finance regarding changes in program financials and execution.
• Analyze program data to ensure estimates are accurate and complete and are in accordance with SOX and Internal Controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Level III Responsibilities

• Use analysis and financial data to advise program managers and business leaders during monthly reviews and during critical business decisions.
• Serve as primary liaison between Finance and Program leadership teams
• Provide real time information to the Manager, Finance regarding changes in program financials and execution. 
• Establish and maintain baselines and EACs in the Earned Value tool (Deltek Cobra) and lead the Program Team in Earned Value data reviews
• Create and maintain standard financial reports: orders, sales, cost, profit and cash flow forecasts, Monthly Program Status Reports, Earned Value reports
• Mentor and train junior staff to ensure robust Finance talent pipeline
• Analyze program data to ensure estimates are accurate and complete and are in accordance with SOX and Internal Controls.

• Other duties as assigned.

   

   

• Pay range for level II is $75,100 - $112,500

• Pay range for level III $92600 - $139,600