Financial Systems Analyst, Senior (Lead) - DPAE Maritime M & S

Morgan Business Consulting, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (Aetna)

401K plans

Professional development

Paid time off

10 holidays

Job summary

Morgan Business Consulting, LLC in Arlington, VA is seeking a Lead Financial Analyst (Business Financial Manager) to drive budget formulation, execution, and financial management for modernization and sustainment efforts for the US Navy.

The role requires deep Navy financial management expertise, hands-on ERP experience, and leadership of finance teams across the PPBE lifecycle. Strong communication and strategic advisory skills are essential for partnering with program leadership.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 10+ years of DoD financial management experience, including direct support to Navy/DoD program offices.
• Experience leading or training other Financial Analysts.
• NAVSEA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute Navy ERP financial management operations (PRs, WRs, MIPRs, Commitments, Obligations, Expenditures, ULO analysis).
• Monitor program execution to ensure timely use of funds.
• Prepare Status of Funds reports and execution reviews for leadership.
• Lead budget formulation across the PPBE cycle and defend POM submissions.
• Provide mentorship to junior BFM staff and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Navy ERP

Budget formulation

PPBE lifecycle

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree (U.S.)

Tools

Navy ERP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

All Full Time Morgan Business Consulting, LLC, Arlington, VA, US

At MBC, we believe we can. We believe in working hard to meet our clients’ outcomes. We believe in laughter to help us recharge, draw people together, foster a positive work environment, and boost creativity. We believe in listening to our employees, partners, and clients. We believe in always challenging ourselves, for it is through pushing our boundaries that we achieve our greatest successes. This mindset propels our employees and our teams to accomplish our goals. That’s where you come in. If you believe in these things too, you’re our kind of person!

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Lead Financial Analyst (Business Financial Manager) to drive budget formulation, execution, and financial management activities supporting modernization and sustainment efforts for the US Navy. This role serves as a trusted advisor to program leadership, ensuring sound stewardship of government resources while delivering actionable financial insights that support mission success.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Navy financial management processes, hands-on ERP execution experience, appropriations law knowledge, and an established track record leading budget planning and execution activities across the full Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle. This individual will also provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic guidance to financial management teams and senior program stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Execute daily financial management operations within Navy ERP, including Purchase Requests (PRs), Work Requests (WRs), Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs), Commitments, Obligations, Expenditures, Unliquidated Obligation (ULO) analysis and cleanup
• Monitor and manage program execution to ensure timely and accurate utilization of appropriated funds
• Conduct obligation and expenditure tracking, variance analysis, and execution forecasting
• Prepare and present Status of Funds reports and execution reviews for program leadership
• Support year-end closeout activities, mid-year reviews, and financial drills to ensure funds are effectively executed
• Lead budget formulation efforts across the full PPBE cycle
• Develop and defend Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions and President's Budget requirements
• Prepare, review, and maintain budget exhibits, including R-docs and P-docs
• Provide PBIS inputs and coordinate responses to budget marks, adjustments, and programmatic changes
• Analyze funding requirements and develop recommendations that align resources with mission priorities
• Serve as a subject matter expert on DoD and Navy appropriations, including: Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E), Shipbuilding and Conversion, Navy (SCN) Other Procurement, Navy (OPN) and Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
• Apply appropriations law principles including Purpose, Time, and Amount
• Advise leadership on funding strategies, execution risks, and reprogramming actions
• Ensure compliance with government financial management regulations, policies, and audit requirements
• Present financial analyses, funding recommendations, and execution status to program leadership with confidence and credibility
• Lead and mentor junior and mid-level Business Financial Managers and analysts
• Establish best practices, strengthen financial controls, and improve organizational financial management processes
• Coordinate with warfare centers, resource sponsors, contracting personnel, and external stakeholders to resolve funding and execution challenges

Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance required
• Bachelor’s degree from a university accredited in the United States
• 10+ years of DoD financial management experience, including direct support to Navy or DoD program offices
• Prior experience leading or training other Financial Analysts
• Strong preference for NAVSEA experience
• Demonstrated experience using Navy ERP for financial execution and funds management activities
• Prior experience with PPBE, Budget development and execution,
• Proven expertise managing commitments, obligations, expenditures, MIPRs, WRs, and ULO reconciliation activities
• Experience developing spend plans, execution benchmarks, and Status of Funds reporting
• Comprehensive knowledge of Navy and DoD appropriations, including RDT&E, SCN, OPN, and O&M funding
• Experience supporting budget formulation activities, including POM development and President's Budget submissions
• Ability to independently brief and advise senior leadership, Program Managers, and government decision-makers
• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally using a credit card or prepaid debit card as required by MBC and/or clients
• Attend meetings and provide onsite/in-person support as required

Compensation Policy: Salary ranges displayed are typical for this position, but MBC considers multiple factors when extending an offer. Factors include the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's qualifications, and the contractual terms of the program.

What MBC offers:

• Comprehensive medical plans (Aetna) with Employee Assistance Program (EAP), heath savings and flexible spending accounts, and dental and vision coverage options
• Opportunity to earn spot awards and annual, performance, and chargeability bonuses
• Traditional and Roth 401(K) plans
• Professional development including up to $1,500/year reimbursement for pre-approved courses, trainings, continued education, and/or certifications
• Paid Flexible Time Off
• 10 paid holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

MBC is an Equal Opportunity / Aff