Process Automation Specialist

The Process Automation Specialist supports the Finance organization by reviewing end‑to‑end processes and identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency aligned with company policy and government contractor standards. This role assists with requirements gathering, testing, and quality audits of automation routines, while also reviewing non‑automated processes for efficiency improvements. The Process Automation Specialist is responsible for completing quarterly compliance audits, maintaining timely operational metrics, and preparing clear presentations for leadership on automation findings, results, and business justifications. Additionally, this role supports corporate card administration activities, including new card applications, employee terminations, and customer service inquiries.

Key Responsibilities

• Review end‑to‑end processes to identify opportunities for new automation routines based on policy requirements and government contractor standards.
• Assist with gathering business requirements for new automation initiatives and document findings accurately.
• Perform testing of new automation routines to ensure proper functionality and compliance.
• Conduct regular quality audits (“pulse checks”) of existing automation routines to identify defects or performance issues.
• Evaluate non‑automated processes to recommend improvements or future automation candidates.
• Complete quarterly compliance audits accurately and on schedule, ensuring all required documentation and reporting deadlines are met.
• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly operational metrics related to automation capabilities and provide timely updates to leadership.
• Develop and deliver presentations that clearly communicate automation findings, results, trends, and business justifications for future initiatives.
• Support corporate card administration activities, including processing new card applications, employee terminations, account updates, and related maintenance tasks.
• Respond to incoming inquiries as a customer service representative for corporate card program questions and general support needs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure consistent application of policies, continuous process improvement, and adherence to internal controls and compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of processes, testing results, audit findings, and automation performance measures.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 3+ years with HS
• 1+ years with AA
• Experience in SAP Concur
• Experience in Accounts Payable, Payroll or Expense

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 5+ years with AA or BS
• Experience with Detect by Oversight
• M365 including PowerAutomate and PowerBI
• Alteryx
• Dataiku

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $50277 - $80443

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.