Principal, Corporate Finance

Job ID Number
1238
Reston, VA, US
Category
Other
Employment Type
Full Time
Business Unit
GD Corporate Headquarters

Responsibilities for this Position


Principal, Corporate Finance

US-VA-Reston

Job ID: 2024-1238
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Finance
Reston, Virginia

Overview

General Dynamics is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. With over 100,000 employees in 71 countries, we operate globally through four business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Marine Systems, and Technologies.

As a Corporate Headquarters employee, working in Reston, Virginia, you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

We proudly support a culture of inclusion that encourages a work environment that honors diverse opinions.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran.



Responsibilities

As a member of the Corporate Finance team at General Dynamics Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) in Reston, Virginia, you will provide integral financial analysis and support including support of M&A, capital structure and deployment activities, and pension strategy. In this role you will work closely with leaders at CHQ and across the company on a global scale gaining experience and insight into the diverse products and services General Dynamics provides to our customers. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent attention to detail who will thrive in a highly visible and fast-paced environment. As the Principal, Corporate Finance, you will:

  • Apply financial analysis, business experience and market knowledge to assess and execute corporate finance transactions
  • Assist business partners in evaluating potential acquisition and divestiture targets, preparing valuations, executing due diligence, and negotiating purchase agreements
  • Support capital structure analysis and decision-making for an A-rated company with approximately $9 billion of debt
  • Analyze capital market trends and industry peers capital deployment strategies and their impact on financial results
  • Support the development of investment strategy for pension funds in excess of $10 billion
  • Prepare analyses and presentations on various financial topics for senior executives and the board of directors
  • Other duties as required



Qualifications



Education & Training Requirements:

  • BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job
  • Masters degree and/or CFA or CPA certifications beneficial

Experience Requirements:

  • M&A and valuations experience highly preferred
  • Minimum of six years of work experience in relevant finance or corporate development function. However, the six-year requirement may be reduced for specific work experience and/or relevant degrees and certifications

Other Requirements:

  • Be a team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at corporate headquarters and the business units
  • Possess a mature professional attitude and demeanor and have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Be able to work within a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Prioritize outstanding performance and have an attitude of continuous improvement
  • Possess excellent attention to detail an dwillingness to do what it takes to get the job done
  • Be fully proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated by start date unless medical or religious exceptions apply
  • Must be willing to work in the CHQ office Monday through Friday during regular business hours
  • Minimal travel required





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