Financial Analyst - Programs - NOLA

About This Role

Job Summary:

The Finance Analyst will be primarily responsible for performing detailed financial reporting and analysis.  In this role, the Financial Analyst will interact closely with senior and functional management to ensure both the accuracy and currency of advanced Financial Statement modeling in support of monthly updates.

Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of financial principles and concepts to implement and maintain the financial systems and controls required to assure compliance with Division and Corporate Policies and Procedures; generally accepted accounting principles; and applicable government regulations and contractual requirements.


• Ability to apply financial principles and concepts to a broad range of financial functions including accounting, planning and control, cash flow management, Government reporting, etc.


• Provide real time information to Finance Manager regarding changes in program financials and execution


• Create and maintain standard financial reports: orders, sales, cost, profit and cash flow forecasts, Monthly Program Status Reports, Earned Value reports


• Ensure program financials are in accordance with SOX and Internal Controls


• Establish and maintain baselines and EACs in the Earned Value tool and support preparation of financial CDRLs (CFSR, IPMR, etc)


• Research and prepare variance analysis and explanations.


• Support internal, external and government audits


• Understanding and documenting business processes and workflows and their relationships.


• Monitor funding, invoicing and cash collections

Position Requirements:

• BS in Accounting/Finance or Business-related field with minimum 2 years’ experience


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills that may be used for transforming defined business needs into processes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong project management and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member with the ability to adapt quickly.


• Capable of successfully managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Knowledge of Finance and Accounting theory and practice and business management.

• Pro-active, hands-on self-starter who can take tasks from concept to completion with minimal direction.


• Demonstrated proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint.

Nice to Have:

•  Working knowledge of the DFARs


•  Knowledge of Earned Value


•  Knowledge of different DoD contract types (CPFF, FFP, FPIF, T&M, etc)


•  Experience in Financial forecasting

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