Job Summary: This finance opportunity will support the newly created Processing Technologies business unit. This role with help develop financial controls and processes to streamline financial reporting of Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet financial statements while working to support product execution with a practical mindset. This Principal Analyst (IV) drives the development, planning, forecasting, and the analysis of financial performance of the line of business in a high-tech, high-complexity manufacturing environment with a high-growth business in the Aerospace and Defense industry. This role reports to the Sr Director, Finance for the Compute and Secure lines of Business and is a valuable member of the Processing Technologies leadership team. Job Responsibility: * Provide financial analysis, monitor trends, and be able to accurately interpret the results in support of the General Manager and VP on a variety of financial engagements * Partner with the Program Managers to create and influence the baselining of programs, including establishing milestone billing plan, and planning updates in accordance with company processes and program requirements * Drive the process for periodic cost, revenue, and billings forecast updates and reviews * Prepare financial data charts for Program and leadership reviews * Provide weekly/monthly variance analysis; highlight trends, assess financial risk, and recommend corrective actions * Work as part of an integrated Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team * Partner with Global Order Sales (GOS) to support invoicing and cash forecasting * Interface with Mercury FP&A group to ensure proper accounting treatment and methods are aligned to company processes and policies * Support audits of financial information by internal and external auditors * Working with contracts teams for funding, billings, and risk mitigation efforts * Developing and monitoring financial risks and opportunities related to all P&L and Balance Sheet metrics resulting from both GAAP and program execution. * Developing financial forecasts and deeply analyzing project estimates at completion Required Qualification: * Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related discipline * 6+ years experience * Understanding of revenue, profits, bookings and cash flow forecasting * Ability to communicate and present financial data to other functions in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner * Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, Deltek Cobra, ProPricer or other cost accounting systems * Advanced knowledge of MS Office Applications (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications: * Direct DoD program finance experience * Demonstrated understanding of EVM principles and their application to complex projects * Excellent verbal and written communication * Detail-oriented and Self-motivated * Pro-active, creative and innovative in solving problems and issues * Ability to work in a team environment * Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast paced environment Worksite location options: * Hudson, NH or Andover, MA * This position is Hybrid, with flexible on-site as needed * Relocation will not be offered as a standard for this role Why should you join Mercury Systems? Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com Our Culture We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. 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