Finance and Budget Analyst with Security Clearance

RDR, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RDR, Inc. in the United States seeks a Finance & Budget Analyst to shape budgets, guide long-range planning, and deliver insights for mission-critical programs. You will analyze data, prepare cost estimates, and present findings to leadership to support multi-year initiatives and federal requirements.

Active TS/SCI with CI Poly is required prior to consideration, and the role offers a fast-paced environment with high impact in Chantilly, Virginia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics.
• 10+ years of financial analysis experience in federal agencies or government contracting.
• Strong data-driven decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and data analysis to support CPIC, LCCE, and life cycle cost estimates.
• Develop multi-year strategic financial plans aligned with agency goals and funding profiles.
• Prepare cost estimates and budget justifications for program execution.
• Translate requirements into executable budgets compliant with OMB standards.
• Provide clear financial updates through reports and presentations to leadership.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic time management

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics

Tools

PPBE

CPIC tools

Earned Value Management

Job description

Active TS/SCI with CI Poly required prior to consideration

About the Opportunity

Step into a high-visibility role where your financial expertise directly supports some of the nation's most critical programs. As a Finance & Budget Analyst, you'll be at the center of strategic decision-making-shaping budgets, guiding long-range planning, and driving insights that influence mission outcomes. This isn't just another analyst position. It's a chance to make a measurable impact while working with leaders who depend on your analysis to steer complex, multi-year initiatives. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving problems with real-world consequences, and want to work on programs that truly matter, this role offers the challenge and purpose you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive financial and data analysis to support federal capital planning, investment control (CPIC), life cycle cost estimating (LCCE), and benefit-risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain multi-year strategic financial plans aligned with agency goals and funding profiles.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budget justifications to support program execution and decision-making.
• Translate financial requirements into executable budgets while ensuring compliance with agency-specific and OMB standards.
• Assess programs, products, and procedures for alignment with applicable federal financial regulations and best practices.
• Track progress and manage deliverables to ensure timely completion of all financial tasks and reporting milestones.
• Provide clear, actionable financial updates through well-crafted reports and presentations to stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• At least 10 years of financial analysis experience, ideally within federal agencies or government contracting
• Strategic Time Management - Able to juggle competing deadlines and priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Decision-Making - Skilled at making data-driven recommendations that balance risk, cost, and mission needs
• Problem Solving - Demonstrated ability to interpret complex requirements and create compliant, effective solutions
• Communication - Excellent at translating detailed financial data into accessible, actionable information

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with OMB Circular A-11, FAR, and federal budget/procurement regulations
• Experience with federal financial systems or tools (PPBE, CPIC tools, Earned Value Management, etc.)
• Previous work within federal agencies or DoD components
• Experience collaborating with the U.S. Treasury is highly desirable

Clearance Requirement

Active TS/SCI with CI Poly required prior to consideration