Budget and Financial Management Specialist

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. is seeking a Financial Management Analyst to support the Department of Homeland Security. The role focuses on financial management support for testing and evaluation programs and requires a Bachelor's degree with 10+ years' experience.

The position involves communicating with diverse stakeholders, ensuring compliance with Federal regulations, and managing financial operations effectively. An active Secret clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in budget and financial management.
• DHS T&E Level 1, DAWIA T&E Foundational Level 1, or CTEP certification.
• Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial management support and ensure compliance with Federal laws.
• Support acquisition program cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Act as a liaison between OTE and other entities on financial matters.

Skills

Budget management

Financial management

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic, and analytical support to customers with missions in national security, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields such as countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, and transportation safety.

We have a near-term need for a Financial Management Analyst to assist with systems engineering (SE) and testing and evaluation (T&E) programs in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary place of performance will be at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA with regular visits to customer sites in VA and DC.

Responsibilities

The Financial Management Analyst position provides acquisition-focused financial management support. Assist with Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) to ensure DHS Office of Testing and Evaluation (OTE) has and uses funds effectively and in compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and DHS policies. Support achievement of acquisition program cost, schedule, and performance goals and compliance with acquisition requirements. Provide limited procurement support (e.g., market research, inputs for justifications/determinations/findings) and help with contract closeout activities. Act as a liaison between OTE and other DHS components, USG entities, and private organizations on related financial and acquisition matters.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience with background in budget and financial management.
• DHS T&E Level 1, DAWIA T&E Foundational Level 1, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional) certificate.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Desired:

• Experience in providing assistance to program planning and oversight, exercise, development, execution and evaluation; system level analysis; system integration support inclusive of understanding of threats and vulnerability; technical assessment & evaluation to support and complement the Government's technical experts in applying both acquisition efforts and RDT&E towards accomplishing the DHS mission.
• Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
• Active DHS Suitability.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience, qualifications, market and business considerations, and pay parity.

Salary transparency pay range: $145k-$165K