Financial Analyst

Summary

Axillon Aerospace is an aerospace manufacturing company seeking a Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis. The role focuses on forecasting, budgeting, manufacturing cost analysis, program performance, financial reporting, and process improvement while partnering with cross-functional operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts and budgets
• Support long-range strategic planning and financial modeling initiatives
• Analyze financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods
• Develop variance analyses and provide actionable recommendations to management
• Assist in preparing executive-level financial presentations and reports
• Analyze manufacturing costs, material usage, labor efficiency, overhead absorption, and inventory performance
• Monitor standard costs and support annual cost roll processes
• Evaluate production performance and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Partner with operations teams to understand key manufacturing drivers
• Partner with business development to standardize bid and proposal process across all sites
• Support program managers with financial reporting and forecasts
• Analyze revenue, margins, and project costs
• Assist with contract pricing, bid support, and proposal analysis
• Generate and maintain recurring financial reports and dashboards
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial controls
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, supply chain, quality, and production leadership
• Recommend process improvements to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency
• Develop and improve financial models, reporting tools, and KPI tracking systems
• Support ERP system enhancements and data integrity initiatives

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–5 years of financial analysis, accounting, FP&A, or manufacturing finance experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, IMB Analytics, Syteline, or similar
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of standard costing and manufacturing KPIs
• Familiarity with government contracts, FAR/DFARS regulations, or cost accounting standards (CAS)
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or progress toward a professional certification is a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–5 years of financial analysis, accounting, FP&A, or manufacturing finance experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, IMB Analytics, Syteline, or similar
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Haves

• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of standard costing and manufacturing KPIs
• Familiarity with government contracts, FAR/DFARS regulations, or cost accounting standards (CAS)
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or progress toward a professional certification is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including annual incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Employee assistance and well-being resources
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Remote opportunity