Government Financial and Contract Analyst

Capgemini Government Solutions (CGS) LLC is seeking a Government Financial and Contract Analyst to support U.S. Federal Government clients in McLean, VA. This role requires strong collaboration skills and experience in military or defense contracting.

About the role

You will work with finance, operations, project management, and business development teams to assess business needs, improve processes, and ensure compliance with government and defense-industry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including internal teams (finance, operations, program management) and external clients, to ensure timely project milestones.
• Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams, communicating clearly and effectively to resolve any project or contract-related challenges.
• Requirement Gathering & Analysis: Partner with internal stakeholders and external partners to define business requirements, scope project and contract deliverables, and identify process gaps. Leverage military contracting expertise to ensure alignment with defense regulations and compliance standards.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to provide insights on project progress, cost-benefit analyses, and resource allocation. Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership, highlighting key findings and actionable recommendations.
• Process Improvement & Optimization: Assess current workflows, systems, and processes to recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Implement best practices in project management, contract management, and operations, drawing on familiarity with federal contracting processes and regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS).
• Compliance & Contract Oversight: Oversee contract documentation, ensuring compliance with military standards and government regulations. Monitor contract deliverables, deadlines, and budgets, flagging any issues and coordinating with appropriate teams to implement corrective measures.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify potential risks associated with defense or government contracts and propose mitigation strategies. Ensure continuous alignment of projects with strategic, financial, and compliance objectives.

Skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders, including government agencies.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Government security clearance that requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Management, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.
• 6+ years of experience as a Contracts or Business Analyst, with a focus on defense or military contracting.
• Proven track record working with government contracts and familiarity with FAR, DFARS, or other relevant regulations.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Understanding of financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, and process mapping.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) or contract management systems is a plus.
• Contracts-related certifications.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of over 360,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong 55-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast-evolving world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering, and platforms. The Group reported in 2022 global revenues of €22 billion.

Pay

The base salary range for this role in McLean, VA is $85,000–$100,000. This role may also be eligible for variable compensation, bonus, or commission. Full-time regular employees are eligible for paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits.