Business / Financial Analyst

Cloud and Things; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud and Things is seeking a Business / Financial Analyst to support financial reporting across the client IT landscape. The role partners with IT divisions, Procurement, and Budget Managers to track contracts, expenses, and rolling financial models.

The position is exempt and compensation is commensurate with experience. The start date is likely in October 2026, with a hybrid work arrangement and a 12-month duration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or equivalent, or 4–6 years of relevant experience (Tier 2).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, with particular expertise in Excel.
• Ability to perform high-volume work accurately and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with budgeting, variance analysis, and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage and maintain rolling financial models.

Responsibilities

• Track IT contracts and collaborate with IT and Procurement staff to ensure renewals are processed without service interruption.
• Forecast and track actual expenses, using advanced Excel expertise to maintain and update financial models on a daily basis.
• Handle monthly accounting transactions, including accruals, prepaids, and reclassification entries.
• Perform financial analysis, including reconciliations, variance commentary, cost-benefit analysis, and budget optimization.
• Work with Budget Managers to understand, analyze, and explain financial variances.
• Track and support consulting and professional services engagements in the Beeline Vendor Management System and assist with onboarding new resources.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Beeline Vendor Management System

PeopleSoft

ServiceNow

Job description

Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things.

*This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*

Job Title: Business / Financial Analyst

Location:2 Broadway, New York, NY (Hybrid - 2 days remote)

Duration:12 Months (with potential for extension)

Start Date:Estimated 10/01/2026

W2 Hourly Rate:$35 - $45/hour

Application Deadline: 08/20/2026

Overview:

The Business / Financial Analyst will support financial reporting and broader financial responsibilities across the client IT landscape. The role will partner with IT divisions, Procurement, Budget Managers, and client agencies to track contracts and expenses, support monthly accounting activities, analyze financial performance, and maintain accurate rolling financial models.

Duties:

• Track IT contracts and collaborate with IT and Procurement staff to ensure renewals are processed without service interruption.
• Forecast and track actual expenses, using advanced Excel expertise to maintain and update financial models on a daily basis.
• Handle monthly accounting transactions, including accruals, prepaids, and reclassification entries.
• Perform financial analysis, including reconciliations, variance commentary, cost-benefit analysis, and budget optimization.
• Work with Budget Managers to understand, analyze, and explain financial variances.
• Track and support consulting and professional services engagements in the Beeline Vendor Management System and assist with onboarding new resources.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or equivalent, or 4–6 years of relevant experience (Tier 2).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, with particular expertise in Excel.
• Ability to perform high-volume work accurately and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with budgeting, variance analysis, and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage and maintain rolling financial models.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with PeopleSoft Procurement and Financial Modules.
• Experience with ServiceNow Asset/Contract Management.
• Experience with the Beeline Vendor Management System.
• Power BI experience.
• Basic knowledge of IT hardware, software, equipment, and maintenance agreements.
• SQL or Python experience for data extraction.
• Experience building and maintaining interactive dashboards.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and understanding of CapEx/OpEx treatment.
• Experience with Hyperion and PeopleSoft ERP.
• Experience with cost allocation.
• Prior experience working with or supporting organizations within the MTA.

Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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