Financial Analyst I

Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Meggitt Aerospace Group, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

FINANCIAL ANALYST 1 (FP&A & Gov't Compliance)

Position Summary: Join our Finance team and help turn complex program and financial data into clear insights that drive better decisions. In this role, you'll support government contract compliance and internal stakeholders by building forecasts, tracking performance, and improving the reporting that leaders rely on to run the business.

Responsibilities:

• Support budgeting and forecasting across programs, departments, and indirect cost structures (as applicable).
• Track performance vs. plan by analyzing revenue, cost, margin, and cash drivers-then explain the "why" behind variances.
• Partner with program and operations teams to understand contract requirements, staffing plans, funding profiles, and execution risks.
• Build and maintain financial models (labor planning, rate impacts, scenario analysis, what-if sensitivity).
• Prepare recurring reporting packages (monthly/quarterly) with clear narratives and actionable recommendations.
• Assist with GovCon financial processes such as indirect rate monitoring and compliance-aware reporting.
• Contribute to close activities by supporting accruals, reclasses, and reconciliation of financial results to forecasts.
• Improve and automate spreadsheets, dashboards, and templates to reduce manual work and increase consistency.
• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests from Finance leadership and executive stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, structured modeling; Power Query a plus).
• Ability to summarize complex findings into clear, decision-ready messaging.
• Comfort working with deadlines, ambiguity, and multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in Government Contracting (GovCon) environments (preferred)
• Familiarity with indirect rates, cost pools, or FAR/DFARS-adjacent concepts (preferred)
• Exposure to tools such as Power BI/Tableau, SAP, or similar (preferred)

Education & Experience:

• Years of experience: min 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics, or business operations (internships welcome).
• Education requirement: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $69500 to $115000 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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