Financial Analyst

Andrews & Cole, LLC; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews & Cole, LLC is seeking an FP&A Analyst to join a fast-growing, private-equity-backed government contractor. You will drive analytical rigor, build forward-looking financial models, and deliver data-driven recommendations for strategic decision-making with executive leadership and the PE sponsor.

The role requires a BS in Finance/Accounting and 3-5 years of corporate FP&A experience within federal contracting, with proficiency in Excel, modeling, and data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• BS in Finance/Accounting; MBA a plus; 3–5 years FP&A experience.
• Experience in government contracting or project-based businesses.
• Proficient in Excel, modeling, and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain dynamic financial models for revenue, margin, cash flow, and scenarios.
• Develop multi-year forecasts aligned with growth expectations and strategic initiatives.
• Model contract profitability, pricing strategies, and opportunities.
• Own monthly P&L reporting and analyze variances and KPIs.
• Prepare executive-level insights for CFO, CEO, and PE sponsor.
• Lead budgeting cycles, reforecasts, and rolling forecasts.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI, Adaptive, etc.).
• Provide ad hoc analysis for strategic initiatives and investor reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Data visualization

Executive communication

Education

MBA (optional)

Tools

Unanet

Adaptive Insights

Workday

Power BI

Job description

The FP&A Analyst is a critical member of the finance organization, responsible for driving analytical rigor, financial modeling, and performance insights across a fast‑growing, private‑equity–backed government contractor. This role partners closely with executive leadership, program managers, and the PE sponsor to deliver high‑quality analysis, forward‑looking financial models, and data-driven recommendations that support strategic decision‑making.

A BS in Finance/Accounting and 3-5 years of Corporate FP&A within a Federal Contractor are required.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain dynamic financial models for revenue, margin, cash flow, and scenario planning.
• Develop multi-year forecasts aligned with PE growth expectations and strategic initiatives.
• Model contract profitability, pricing strategies, and new business opportunities.

P&L Ownership & Analysis

• Own monthly P&L reporting for assigned business units or portfolios.
• Analyze variances, trends, KPIs, and drivers of financial performance.
• Prepare executive‑level insights for the CFO, CEO, and PE sponsor.
• Evaluate contract performance, backlog, pipeline, and funding burn rates.
• Support pricing, cost‑volume‑profit analysis, and contract margin optimization.
• Partner with program managers to ensure accurate forecasting and financial discipline.

Budgeting & Planning

• Lead annual budgeting cycles, quarterly reforecasts, and rolling forecasts.
• Coordinate inputs across operations, business development, and corporate functions.

Strategic & Operational Support

• Support M&A diligence, integration modeling, and synergy tracking.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI, Adaptive, etc.).
• Provide ad hoc analysis for strategic initiatives, board materials, and investor reporting.

Qualifications

• MBA a plus (finance, accounting, or related discipline).
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial modeling.
• Experience in government contracting, professional services, or project‑based businesses.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with GovCon financial structures (indirect rates, cost‑plus, T&M, firm‑fixed price).
• Experience with ERP/BI systems such as Unanet, Adaptive Insights, Workday, or Power BI.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.