Financial Analyst II

About the role

We are seeking a Financial Analyst II to join a collaborative finance team supporting organizational leadership through budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and strategic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Partner with department leadership to develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis, identifying trends and explaining budget variances.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
• Monitor departmental spending and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support budgeting, procurement, and contract-related financial activities.
• Aid in financial planning processes, including labor planning, capital expenditures, and operating budgets.
• Analyze financial data to identify process improvements and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Support compliance with internal financial policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as business needs arise.
• Review financial transactions for budget accuracy and proper accounting treatment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and forecasting experience.
• Strong experience with financial modeling, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with financial planning and reporting systems such as OneStream, Cognos, Tableau, Deltek Costpoint, Hyperion, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Government contracting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is preferred.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and eligible to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).