Job Description

Our client is seeking an Entry-Level Financial Analyst, who will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions within a government contracting environment. This role involves assisting with budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and compliance with federal contract regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The analyst will work closely with project managers, accounting, and contracts teams to ensure accurate financial oversight and data integrity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in developing and monitoring project budgets and forecasts for government contracts.
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses.
• Track project costs and labor charges to ensure alignment with contract terms and budgets.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and risks.
• Support proposal pricing and cost estimations during the bidding process.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company policies.
• Maintain financial models, dashboards, and metrics used to assess program performance.
• Prepare and submit internal and external reports, including incurred cost submissions and funding reports.
• Collaborate with contracts, accounting, and program management to ensure financial accuracy.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and support audits as needed.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 0-4 years of experience in finance, accounting, or an internship in a government contracting environment is preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and familiarity with government regulations (FAR, DFARS) is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills: experience with financial systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint,) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required.

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and a 5-panel drug test, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

BENEFITS:

Pay Rate: $113,000 - $117,000

The company offers a flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, TRICARE Supplemental, critical illness coverage, employee discounts, wellness seminars, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, optional long-term disability, paid leave, a 401(k) plan, and identity theft protection to support your health and financial well-being. For represented positions, the benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Internship, Flexible hours,

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