Financial Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Health savings accounts (HSA)

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Financial Analyst to provide remote support to FAA programs, delivering budgeting, analysis, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in government finance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with MS Excel and PowerPoint; U.S.

citizenship and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance are required. SPA offers comprehensive compensation and benefits, with remote collaboration across the JOID team and opportunities to impact

Qualifications

• At least 7 years in government finance-focused roles managing government financials.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret large data sets and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS products.
• Bachelor of Science in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• U.S. Citizen eligible for Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Produce budget formulation, execution and monitoring deliverables.
• Create financial analysis artifacts (purchase authorizations/requisitions) and briefings.
• Develop financial monitoring tools and reporting for FAA programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and respond to ad-hoc requests.

Skills

Government finance experience

Strong analytical skills

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Public Trust eligibility

U.S. Citizen

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance/Business/Economics/Mathematics/Operational Research

MA/MS/MBA in Finance/Business/Economics/Mathematics/Operational Research

Tools

Delphi

G-Invoicing

PRISM

OBIWAN

Oracle

CWP

REGIS

CIMS

SPIRE

NPC

E2 Travel

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 U.S. 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 to include 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 of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

We have an immediate need for a Financial Analyst to provide remote support to our FAA customer.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide a wide array of financial management activities in support of government acquisition programs. Produce recurring deliverables such as budget formulation, execution and monitoring, financial analysis, financial artifact creation (Purchase Authorizations, Purchase Requisitions), status briefings, resource planning documents, and congressional inquiries. Respond to ad-hoc requests from multiple divisions with efficiency and analytical understanding of data being presented. Develop financial monitoring and tracking tools, and create PowerPoints and documents to demonstrate understanding of program financials. Interact, utilize, and assist team members with various FAA financial systems. Collaborate with external stakeholders in reporting requirements and external financial goals.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of experience in government finance-focused positions; focused on managing government financials (program actuals/expenditures, spend plans/ETCs, monthly reports and financial briefings).
• Strong analytical background in gathering and interpreting complex amounts of data and excellent communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and other MS products.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance.

Desired:

• MA/MS/MBA degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• Proficiency/direct experience in the following of FAA financial systems: Delphi, G-Invoicing, PRISM, OBIWAN, ORACLE, CWP, REGIS, CIMS, SPIRE, NPC, E2 Travel.
• Experience utilizing and working in FAA financial processes such as Corporate Workplan (CWP), Funding JON request (FJR), GovTrip, and resource planning documents (RPDs).

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

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

Washington DC Pay Transparency Salary range: $105k - $145k