Financial Management Specialist II

Cahaba Federal Solutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage

Guardian vision and dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Cahaba Federal Solutions in Arlington, VA, is hiring a Financial Management Specialist II to support Washington Headquarters Services. This role involves financial analysis, budget support, and documentation preparation to aid leadership decision-making.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years in finance, alongside proficiency in Excel. The position offers a salary range of $54,000 to $91,000 and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive financial management or budget analysis experience in a DoD or federal environment.
• Working knowledge of the PPBE process.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, execution, and reconciliation of operating budgets.
• Collect, analyze, and track financial data for accuracy.
• Provide financial summaries, graphs, and charts for decision-making.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365 tools

Job description

Requires an active, SECRET Clearance

Cahaba Federal Solutions is a rapidly growing small business specializing in intelligence, prototyping and integration, systems engineering, and technology development. Recognized as one of Huntsville’s Best Places to Work® for the past three years, as a Best Place for Working Parents®, and as the winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Emerging Business of the Year® for 2025, Cahaba is a trusted partner in advancing national security through innovative solutions to critical challenges. We are committed to supporting our nation's most vital missions with dedication and expertise. Joining the Cahaba team means access to meaningful career growth, opportunities for personal development, and the chance to tackle engaging and impactful work.

Job Summary

The Financial Management Specialist II provides intermediate-level financial management and analytical support to Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Directorates and Divisions. The successful candidate is responsible for interpreting financial data, developing forecasts, and advising departments on fiscal strategy. This role includes data analysis, forecasting, funds reconciliation, and financial documentation preparation to support management decision-making and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, execution, and reconciliation of operating budgets at the directorate and division levels.
• Collect, analyze, and track financial data to provide accurate obligation and expenditure reporting.
• Maintain cognizance of approved, deferred, and released funds and ensure appropriate tracking documentation is in place.
• Provide financial information, forecasts, and variance analyses for management reporting.
• Develop financial summaries, graphs, and charts to support leadership decision‑making.
• Support the preparation of budget submissions, financial justifications, and execution documents.
• Maintain audit‑ready records for active, expired, and cancelled funds.
• Participate in preparing responses to financial data calls and requests from higher headquarters.
• Support the reconciliation of commitments, obligations, and expenditures to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with leadership to support budget execution and justification activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive financial management or budget analysis experience in a DoD or federal environment.
• Working knowledge of the PPBE process and familiarity with DoD financial management regulations.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas) and other 365 tools.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise financial reports.
• U.S. citizenship and an active, SECRET Security Clearance is required.

Benefits

Cahaba’s full‑time employees are offered an outstanding comprehensive benefits package. These benefits include Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage, Guardian vision and dental insurance, company‑funded life, short‑term and long‑term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness benefits, generous paid time off, and robust retirement plan solutions.

The salary range for this role is $54,000 USD - $91,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

Employment opportunities at Cahaba Federal Solutions are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cahaba is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during the application process. If you need assistance accessing our online system or require an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].