Business Planning Manager Jobs in Irvine, CA

Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management. Serving as the Department of Navy's trusted Prime Contractor since 1964, we embark on a thrilling mission, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy Inactive Ship fleet across diverse locations, including Norfolk, Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii. The journey begins here, and we invite you to set sail with us and make a real impact in our dynamic and innovative work environment!

Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global, a 1st Flagship Company, where we are currently looking for a Financial Analyst (Accounting & Cost Management) to join our team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Analyze financial performance, operating costs, and budget variances, providing actionable insights to leadership
• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models, cost analyses, forecasts, and reporting dashboards using advanced Excel functions
• Prepare and distribute recurring financial reports, KPIs, and management presentations
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities across multiple business units
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
• Assist with project accounting, cost tracking, indirect rate analysis, and contract financial management
• Maintain and improve ERP system data integrity, financial processes, and reporting capabilities
• Review and analyze labor, travel, subcontractor, and operating expenses to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll allocations, and general ledger activities as needed
• Coordinate employee travel expense reporting and reconciliation processes through Concur or similar travel management platforms
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting schedules, reconciliations, and documentation
• Collaborate with operations, program management, and leadership teams to support financial decision-making
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and applicable government regulations
• Travel to company locations as needed to support financial operations, reporting, audits, and business initiatives (approximately 10–15%)

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting, financial analysis, or related experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis, financial modeling, and chart/dashboard creation
• Experience developing cost models, financial forecasts, budgets, and management reports
• Experience working within an ERP system environment
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Experience analyzing large datasets and presenting findings to management
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 10–15% to support business operations across multiple locations

Preferred:

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or other government contracting ERP systems
• Experience with Concur Travel & Expense Management
• Government contracting, defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or project-based accounting experience
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DCAA, or related government compliance requirements
• Experience supporting contract financial management, project accounting, or program finance functions
• Experience preparing executive-level financial presentations and business analytics

Global – A 1st Flagship Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability.