Sr. Financial Analyst

Worker TypeRegularJob Description SummaryThe Senior Financial Analyst, Revenue will be a key member of the Finance team responsible for managing and overseeing the revenue recognition process in compliance with ASC 606. This role is an individual contributor position and will serve as the subject matter expert for revenue accounting, partnering cross-functionally with Contracts, Sales, Operations, and Program Management. The analyst will leverage the company’s Oracle Fusion Revenue Management system to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant revenue reporting across the company’s defense technology portfolio.Primary Success FactorsCompliance Expertise: Consistently applies ASC 606 guidance to complex defense contracts with precision and accuracy.System Proficiency: Maximizes the functionality of Oracle Fusion Revenue Management to streamline revenue processes and resolve exceptions efficiently.Analytical Rigor: Demonstrates strong ability to interpret contract terms, identify performance obligations, and ensure proper revenue allocation.Collaboration: Builds effective cross-functional partnerships with Contracts, FP&A, Program Finance, and Operations to support compliant revenue practices.Operational Excellence: Delivers accurate and timely revenue schedules, reconciliations, and close activities under tight deadlines.Audit Readiness: Maintains organized, well-documented support for all revenue transactions to withstand internal and external audit scrutiny.Continuous Improvement: Identifies and implements process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and automation within the revenue cycle.Position ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end revenue recognition process, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, company policy, and U.S. GAAP.Review and interpret contracts, statements of work, and modifications to assess revenue treatment, including performance obligations and allocation of transaction price.Operate as the functional expert for Oracle Fusion Revenue Management, maintaining data integrity, processing revenue events, and resolving system exceptions.Prepare and maintain revenue schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for monthly close.Partner with Contracts, FP&A, Program Finance, and Compliance teams to ensure contract terms are aligned with accounting guidance and appropriately captured in the system.Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and revenue analysis.Assist with preparation of revenue-related disclosures for external reporting and audits (internal, external, DCAA/DCMA).Identify opportunities to streamline and improve revenue processes, leveraging automation and Oracle Fusion capabilities.Serve as a point of contact for auditors on revenue-related matters.Stay current with evolving revenue recognition guidance and industry best practices, particularly within defense contracting.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMinimum 8+ years of finance experience required within the Aerospace and Defense / Technology fieldStrong background in revenue recognition within the defense industryExperienced with project accounting requiredExperienced in a public companyOther Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesHands on experience with Oracle Fusion Revenue Management or similar ERP revenue modules strongly preferred.Familiarity with U.S. Government contracting practices and FAR/DFARS environment a plus.Demonstrates competency work cross functionally and influence others through strong interpersonal and communication skills.Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationshipsAssesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunityPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)Environmental Conditions Critical to PerformanceWork is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.Special RequirementsU.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) required, per ITAR definitionClearance Level No ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:$108,275 - $153,615AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.ITARU.S. Citizenship required