Financial Analyst II

Analyzes complex historical and current financial data, and forecasts future revenues and expenditures, for programs of significant scope and complexity. Collects, monitors, and analyzes complex financial data to recommend corrective or strategic actions. Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, requiring strong written and verbal communication skills and a solid working knowledge of program finance principles and practices.

• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual bottoms-up cost and revenue forecasts at a project and organizational level.
• Maintains rolling forecasts and quarterly outlook for large programs (typically over $3 Million in revenue).
• Determines cost of large project and program operations by establishing standard costs and collecting operational data.
• Compares and analyzes program actual results versus plans and forecasts.
• Prepares reports for monthly and quarterly reviews.
• Prepares monthly subcontractor accruals and initiates accrual reconciliation.
• Works with project managers and corporate finance to identify and correct program finance issues.
• Analyzes accounting and labor data that drives forecasting and reporting.
• Assists program teams with financial reporting requirements to corporate.
• Reviews program-related AP/AR invoices for accuracy.
• Prepares presentation slide decks for program financial performance reporting.
• Completes various special projects as assigned by finance leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study.
• 2-5 years of experience in Finance or Accounting

Other Job Specific Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint.
• Understanding of accrual accounting.
• Understanding of US GAAP.
• Prior Costpoint and Cognos experience preferred.
• 2 or more years’ experience in government contracting and finance/public accounting desired.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to think on one’s feet.
• Understanding of financial planning and strategy.
• Understanding of revenue recognition and requirements analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline oriented environment.
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently with limited supervision

Qualifications

Compensation Ranges

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Physical Requirements

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