Specialist, Cost and Rates Planning

Specialist, Cost And Rates Planning

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

We are seeking a Financial Specialist to join the Cost and Rates Planning team within the Aerojet Rocketdyne (AR) segment of L3Harris. This role has responsibility for overhead planning and analysis functions for the segment, which primarily includes working with assigned department managers / COE(s) for the development of the annual operating budgets and any associated estimate at complete (EAC) forecasts throughout the year, analyzing results for management, financial modeling, supporting the annual submission of a Forward Pricing Rate Proposal to the government, including a detailed mid-year review / forecast for updates as needed and supporting any associated audits by Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).

Essential Functions :

• Prepare Department Operating overhead budgets for assigned Centers of Excellence (COEs) and provide detailed analysis of monthly performance and forecasts. Provide financial support as required to COE's for special project development work.
• Serve as a financial business partner to our internal customers within assigned COEs, including identifying cost drivers, tracking affordability initiatives and supporting ad hoc requests.
• Assist month-end accounting close by analyzing significant accounts and supplier invoicing activity for proper accruals and prepaid activity.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Preparation of ad hoc reporting and assistance with special projects, as requested.
• Support audits (External Audit, Internal Audit, and SOX).

Qualifications :

Preferred Additional Skills :

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the state of California is $75,000 - $139,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.