DRS Technologies

DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components in the areas of communications, combat systems, battlefield digitization, electro-optics, power systems, data storage, digital imaging, flight safety and space. Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, the company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Finmeccanica S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com

DRS Company

DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. is located on the East coast of Florida in Melbourne. DRS Tactical Systems is a leading designer and manufacturer of highly engineered, technically advanced, defense electronics for U.S. and allied international military and intelligence agency applications. DRS manufactures rugged computer systems and communications interfaces serving military Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Intelligence and Surveillance (C4ISR) initiatives. Products include hand-held devices, laptop computers and vehicle-mounted systems supporting man-portable and fighting vehicle applications. DRS specialize in interfaces that allow computers to operate across a broad spectrum of battlefield tactical communications networks.    

Position Summary/Relocation Benefits

Provides technical support to the business by analyzing financial data to assist in month-end closing activities and decision making for the business.

Duties and Responsibilities

·         Assist in the planning and preparation of annual budget and rolling forecasts.  Coordinate, consolidate, and analyze the site operational budget inputs.  Provide management with summary reporting and analysis.

·        Assist in preparation of other measurement reporting, such as quarterly review, strategic plans, management meetings and key performance measurements.

·        Manage the execution and compilation of the capital budget; includes monitoring and measuring the current capital forecast plan as well as current capital expenditure request documentation and approvals.

·         Reconcile and maintain departmental budget expense reporting system. 

·        Contribute to the development of monthly management reporting package and commentary identifying noteworthy fluctuations from budget and emphasis upon short-term performance activity.

·         Coordinate and participate in the development and implementation of the forward pricing rate agreement (FPRA).  Review and analyze all inputs and reports to ensure proposed rates are in compliance with established Cost Disclosure Statement.

·        Support audit activities that include external auditors, local internal auditors, DCAA and customer auditors.

·         Prepare indirect labor rate and fringe benefit analysis for establishing proposed labor rates for input into the manufacturing and engineering forecast/cost systems.

·         Assist in the development for establishing methodology of allocating service cost to functional areas.

·        Be knowledgeable concerning business systems and processes through Tactical Systems and be capable of leading and/or assisting in the preparation of a wide variety of special financial studies and analyses that will be required from time to time.

·       Establish and maintain organizational structure within the general ledger system to ensure accurate reporting by functional area, lines of business and management structure.

·        Must be able to meet the definition of a U.S. Person. The definition of a U.S. Person is defined as a either a U.S. Citizen or an unexpired Green Card holder.

Basic Qualifications

· Knowledge of accounting for government contractors required, must have knowledge of FAR and CAS regulations with an understanding of direct/indirect and allowable/unallowable cost structures. 

·    Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, with extra emphasis on Excel skills.

·    Proficient use of ERP-type systems required.

·    Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

·    Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance required with a minimum of 3 years experience budgeting, financial analysis and forecasting.

·   Strong internal and external communications skills, ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.

Company Conformance Statements

Candidate will perform quality work within deadlines with or without supervision; interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers; provide superior customer service and; work effectively as a team contributor on all assignment.

DRS Tactical Systems is proud to be recognized as the winner of Brevard County's Best Places to Work four consecutive years in a row. We offer a broad array of benefits designed to help you build a program that meets your unique needs and a competitive compensation package. EOE/AAP/ADA/DFW

DRS Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the defense and commercial technology areas.