Job Description
HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive aerospace and defense HRL advances the critical missions of its customers to help them remove limitations and create competitive advantage. HRL then transitions the work back to customers – ready for real-world application. For more than 70 years HRL’s rich portfolio of scientific discoveries and engineering innovations continues to build on each other — often in unexpected profound and far-reaching ways. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM HRL prioritizes purpose over profit significantly advancing the state of the art.
HRL Laboratories advances its mission through an expert group of administrative and business professionals who strengthen operations and enable organizational excellence. These teams drive effective processes support program execution and provide critical services that keep HRL running smoothly while empowering technical groups to focus on delivering innovative solutions for our customers.
General Description:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior FP&A Analyst to join our finance team. Reporting to the FP&A Sr Manager the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills a deep understanding of financial modeling and the ability to provide actionable insights to support decision-making. This role is highly visible with work product being utilized by Directors VPs Executives and the Board.
Essential Duties:
• Lead the financial planning and analysis process including indirect budgeting forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Lead and participate in the creation submission and auditing of the Forward Pricing Rates Proposal (FPRP) and the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance identify trends and provide actionable insights to senior management and business leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Program Finance Accounting AR etc.) to gather and analyze financial data ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare and present financial reports including variance analysis to senior leadership.
• Support the development and execution of business strategies by providing financial analysis and recommendations.
• Provide data and analysis in support of various internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies procedures and regulations.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ad-hoc reporting
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within the defense or R&D industry.
• Experience in preparing and submitting Forward Pricing Rates Proposals (FPRP) and Incurred Cost Submission (ICS).
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with financial planning software (IBM TM1 and Deltek Costpoint highly preferred)
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with government contracts and regulatory compliance is a plus.
• Active DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
Special Requirements:
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance
Compensation and Benefits:
- Pay Range: $105700 - $132150
- Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location (California). The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Benefits: HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical dental vision life insurance 401K match gym facilities PTO Sick time upward mobility and an exciting and challenging work environment.
- For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
For our privacy policy please visit: www.hrl.com/privacy
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis
- Experience in preparing Forward Pricing Rates Proposals and Incurred Cost Submissions
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling forecasting and budgeting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with financial planning software (IBM TM1 and Deltek Costpoint preferred)
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience with government contracts and regulatory compliance
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HRL Laboratories Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Multiple PPO/HMO and HDHP options employer‑paid vision and employer‑funded HSA and HRA indicate deep coverage and account support. An EAP lifestyle account and a medical‑waiver bonus further broaden access and flexibility.
- Retirement Support—Automatic 401(k) enrollment with a 100% match on the first 4% plus an additional age‑based company contribution reflects unusually strong retirement funding. A broad investment menu supports diversified long‑term savings.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—A large holiday calendar with a year‑end shutdown tiered PTO that grows to 25 days and a separate sick‑time bank create substantial time availability. Policies include upfront sick time and accruals that increase with tenure.
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What We Do
HRL Laboratories LLC Malibu California (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive aerospace and defense HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.
Why Work With Us
Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.
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