Hiring: Associate Financial Analyst Company: Trident Maritime Systems Location: Arlington, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 13:24:09 Target Skills & Keywords : CFA, Microsoft Excel About the job Experience: •2-4 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing, maritime or project-based environments. •4 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing, maritime or project-based environments. Required Skills: •Support monthly close activities, including variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) and insightful commentary for leadership. •Participate in the budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning process for all segments, providing financial insights and recommendations. •Support in development and maintenance of KPI dashboards and reporting packages (e.g., cash, AR/AP aging, billings, margin) in partnership with regional and functional managers. •Assist with standard cost updates and annual rate reviews to ensure accuracy in costing and estimating activities. •Support cash forecasting and working capital analysis (AR collections, AP cadence, inventory /unbilled trends); surface risks and mitigation options. •Partner cross-functionally with cross-functional teams, including operations, supply chain, and finance—to drive initiatives and process improvements. •Support senior organizational and financial leaders as necessary. •Prepare materials for executive reviews (monthly/quarterly) and ad hoc requests from senior leaders and financial sponsors. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; advanced coursework or certification (i.e. CPA, CFA) is a plus. •Minimum 2-4 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing, maritime or project-based environments. •Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, preferred). •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. •Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. •Collaborative mind-set with experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and driving process improvements. •Knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in finance. •Advanced Financial Acumen Applies forecasting, modeling, budgeting, and variance analysis to evaluate performance and support decisions. •Data Analysis & Problem Solving-Synthesizes data from multiple sources, identifies trends/risks, and recommends actions. •Technical Proficiency Uses ERP/financial systems and spreadsheet modeling; adapts quickly to new tools (e.g., analytics/BI). Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!