Financial Analyst Lead

Kalman & Company's Business Analytics team seeks motivated, experienced professionals to join our growing team of cost analysts serving Federal and DoD clients. As part of our team, you'll provide our Government clients with strategic programming, planning, and advisory support services. The Financial Analyst (Lead) position is tied to a contract award targeted in the first quarter of 2025. This position will support Fort Meade, MD; onsite work is required. The salary range is $105K/year-$120K/year depending upon the selected applicant's years of experience and qualifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct program financial analysis on program execution.
• Identify cost issues that will affect the program ability to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Assess the impact to the planned activities and support development of any financial analysis or documentation required by the Government to achieve its objective/milestones.
• Support action officers to ensure that all requirements and financial data are captured for technical and innovative efforts, track the status, and provide status reports.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• US Citizenship required.
• An Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, engineering, mathematics, operations research, statistics or business)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience performing financial analyses for defense, intelligence, or civil agency programs
• Strong expertise in financial forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis to support organizational financial goals and strategic decision-making.
• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets and preparing accurate, detailed financial reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to perform variance analysis, identifying trends, potential risks, and opportunities for cost savings or increased efficiency.
• Proficiency in financial tools and software, such as Microsoft Excel.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining detailed financial models, including cost-benefit analyses and "what-if" scenarios for projects or organizational initiatives.
• Knowledge of Government and DoD financial regulations, ensuring compliance with federal standards in reporting and budgeting.
• Familiarity with contractual financial requirements such as invoicing, funding allocation, and monitoring burn rates.

Preferred:

• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), or CPA certification.
• Familiarity with tools like Deltek Costpoint, Oracle ERP systems, or similar software.
• Experience presenting financial findings to high-level stakeholders, including Government and DoD customers.