Financial Analyst

Are you a skilled financial analyst with a passion for supporting key decision-making and budget planning processes? We're looking for an experienced Financial Analyst to join our team, where you’ll play a crucial role in analyzing and interpreting financial data to drive effective budgeting and policy development. If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and have a knack for financial analysis and reporting, this role is perfect for you!What You'll Do:As a Financial Analyst, you will work closely with leadership to ensure that financial processes and budgets are optimized for success. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include helping with budget formulation, financial reporting, and ensuring funds are properly executed across various financial systems. You’ll also participate in high-level review meetings, provide analytical support, and assist in the development of new business processes or controls.Key Responsibilities:Support the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process, including preparing financial exhibits, budget execution reports, and spend plans.Provide program development support, coordinating budget submissions and execution activities.Participate in review meetings, briefings, and handle quick-response assignments as needed.Assist with annual audits and audit-related actions, including the annual Statement of Assurance (SoA) and other key reporting activities.Develop strategies, plans, and briefs to recommend new business processes or controls and monitor financial reporting.Prepare and coordinate documents and materials for monthly reporting, and attend related meetings.Input commitment and obligating funding documents, ensuring proper allocation and execution across financial systems.Help manage and reduce Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs) year-round and during quarterly reviews (DAR-Q).What You'll Bring:Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, economics, or business.3-5 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting.At least 3 years of experience performing analytical and budgetary duties, preferably within a government setting.Familiarity with Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes or similar roles.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong ability to work with data in Excel.Experience with financial systems, including Oracle-based systems, Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), and Advanced Analytics (ADVANA) is a plus.Knowledge of auditing processes, financial controls, and DoD financial management systems is preferred.Willingness to learn and use new financial systems and tools.Location & Work Environment:Onsite role at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.Minimal travel required (

Security Clearance:Active

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security clearance is required.Why Join Us?Be part of a mission-driven team where your financial expertise will directly contribute to key strategic initiatives.Gain valuable experience working in a fast-paced environment, supporting high-level government programs.Opportunity to grow your career while making a tangible impact on budgeting and financial decision-making processes.