Financial Management Analyst, Journeyman

Precise Systems; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Holiday Pay

Leave (employee-managed)

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Precise Systems is seeking a Financial Management Analyst, Journeyman, to support PMA-261 at Patuxent River, MD. This role focuses on budget development, execution tracking, and financial documentation across Navy DoD systems, with a fast-paced, collaborative IPT environment.

Hybrid work may be possible; candidates must be able to travel for customer requirements and office support. The company emphasizes competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level with 3–10 years of experience.
• BA/BS degree required; associate degree with two years of related experience or 4 years of experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage IPT spend plans using CSPT and PMT.
• Align financial execution metrics with program schedules and milestones.
• Track monthly obligations and expenditures against Navy benchmarks.
• Draft complex funding documents in Navy ERP (N-ERP) for CIV approval.
• Prepare variance analyses and recovery recommendations to bring programs back to plan.

Skills

Communications

MS Office Proficiency

Budget Tracking

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

N-ERP

PBIS

SharePoint

PMT

Job description

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled workforces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer's needs, no matter how complex offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.

We are currently seeking a Financial Management Analyst, Journeyman, to support PMA-261 at the Patuxent River, MD Program Office. The Program Management Analyst position within the CH-53 Program Office, which is fast-paced and demands a high degree of professionalism, and initiative. The candidate will be a member of the Training IPT and shall provide acquisition and management support.

Functional Description

The Financial Management Analyst, Journeyman provides support for budget development, execution tracking and the generation and tracking of financial documents using various Navy and DoD electronic data systems such as Navy Enterprise Resources Program (N-ERP), Program Budget Information System (PBIS), SharePoint, spend plan tools and related integrated data/financial environments.

Duties and Responsibilities: Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Tool Management (CSPT & PMT):
• Independently develop, manage, and maintain realistic IPT spend plans utilizing the Common Spend Plan Tool (CSPT).
• Align financial execution metrics with overall program schedules and milestones using the Program Management Tool (PMT) to ensure programmatic health.
• Execution & Variance Analysis:
• Track monthly obligations and expenditures against Navy benchmarks, proactively identifying execution risks or delays.
• Draft comprehensive, highly detailed variance justifications and formulate recovery recommendations to return lagging programs back to plan.
• Funding & Ledger Administration:
• Draft, package, and route complex funding documents within Navy ERP (N-ERP) for final CIV approval.
• Perform advanced financial technician tasks, including maintaining precise program ledgers, compiling funding data, and reconciling accounts.
• Formulation & Briefing Support:
• Research, compile, and validate financial data for acquisition documentation, Program Budget Review (PBR) cycles, and program briefs.
• Formulate alternative funding solutions and draft justification materials to assist the CIV BFM in defending program resource requirements.
• Hands-on knowledge of N-ERP, PBIS, CSPT, and PMT is highly preferred to support immediate integration into the IPT.
• Proven ability to operate with general supervision, taking independent initiative on day-to-day tracking while coordinating closely with the CIV BFM Lead for final validation and government sign-off.
• Strong comprehension of federal budgetary regulations, NAVAIR-specific policies, and fiscal law (e.g., color of money, Anti-Deficiency Act).
• Demonstrated capability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex budgetary issues under tight, mandated deadlines.

Required Education

Journeyman - BA/BS degree.

Allowable substitution

Associate's Degree plus two (2) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.

OR

Four (4) years additional work experience performing duties described in the functional description of the labor category may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.

Required Experience

Journeyman - Three (3) to Ten (10) years of combined experience performing duties described in the functional description.

Desired Experience

• Journeyman - At least 2 years of experience supporting NAVAIR programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Programs to include Outlook, Teams, Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Hybrid Work Disclaimer

This position may allow for hybrid work; however, employees must be able and willing to travel and provide in-office or on-site support as required by customer requirements, project demands, or business needs.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well‑being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract‑specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $74,433.26 to $103,000.00 NTE (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems' total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.