Financial Analyst

Tecolote Research, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. seeks a Financial Analyst to apply extensive DoD/ federal budgeting experience in support of SpRCO programs. You will manage PPBE workflows, develop detailed budgets, and ensure compliance across audits and government interfaces.

Preferred candidates hold a bachelor’s in finance or related field and have strong MS Office skills, with experience in DoD accounting systems and a security clearance. On-site position with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum five years of DoD or equivalent federal service experience.
• Experience in SAP/SCI environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support PPBE processes across DoD lifecycles.
• Develop, track, and maintain financial records and budgets.
• Review and ensure accuracy of budget execution documentation.
• Coordinate financial actions with government stakeholders and agencies.
• Perform contract reconciliation and closeout functions.

Skills

MS Office

DoD tools experience

Analytical skills

Teamwork in SCIF

Problem solving

Self-motivation

AF financial processes knowledge

POM experience

Quantitative analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DEAMS

CCaR

DARQ

FDW

SAFES

Job description

The Financial Analyst position at the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (SpRCO) requires a minimum of five (5) years of relevant DoD or equivalent federal service work experience with at least two (2) years’ experience in an SAP and/or SCI environment. Personnel in the Journeyman labor category typically perform all functional duties independently. A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Applicants must possess extensive knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to support DoD acquisition program lifecycles.
• Applicants must be able to develop, track, and maintain comprehensive financial records and budget reporting; forecast program spend plans to ensure fiscal accuracy.
• They must have the aptitude to review and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all budget execution and financial documentation.
• Must be able to support internal and external financial audits and coordinate financial actions with external government stakeholders and agencies.
• Contract reconciliation and closeout functions are also required to be performed.

Skills Required

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required.
• Experience with DoD financial tools/systems, e.g., Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), Comprehensive Cost and Requirements (CCaR), Advana Dormant Account Review - Quarterly (DARQ), Advana FASTR Data Warehouse (FDW), and SAFES is a plus.
• Excellent verbal communication, written, and quantitative analytical skills are required.
• Applicants must be able to work in a team environment and in a sensitive, compartmented information facility (SCIF).
• Applicants must have strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Applicants must have the ability to be self‑directed and self‑motivated.
• Applicants must understand US Air Force financial management processes, US Air Force accounting and payment systems to include reimbursable funds management.
• Applicants with Program Objective Memorandum (POM) experience desired.
• Applicants must demonstrate excellence in quantitative analysis, technical writing, and verbal briefing/communication.
• The USSF is responsible for organizing, training, and equipping Guardians to conduct global space operations that enhance the way our joint and coalition forces fight, while also offering decision makers military options to achieve national objectives.
• Applicants must be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• U.S. Space Force

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

Full-Time

SecurityClearance

Mid-Level

On-site

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health & Welfare

Company Paid

Health & Welfare

Company Paid

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

Voluntary

• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.