Future Opportunity: Program Analyst in Aviation w/ FMS

Thompson Gray Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Professional development

Generous time-off

Job summary

Thompson Gray Inc in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Program Analyst to support a CPE Maneuver Air Project office with financial execution, funding tracking, and manpower projection. You will manage commitments, obligations, and disbursements in GFEBS, and serve as SME for FM and CM modules.

The role requires 3–5 years federal financial management experience, a Bachelor’s in finance or related field, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of federal financial management or defense program analysis experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on GFEBS experience (FM and CM modules).
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage funding across multiple appropriations, including FMS.
• Track commitments, obligations, and disbursements in GFEBS.
• Reconcile records and resolve ULOs/NULOs.
• Serve as SME for GFEBS transactions and reporting.
• Monitor budget execution using FM and CM modules.
• Assist in formulating and updating the Internal Operating Budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

Budget planning

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

GFEBS FM module

GFEBS CM module

Job description

Full Time Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Program Analyst to join our team in supporting a CPE Maneuver Air Project office with resource management and financial execution. This role acts as a primary focal point for financial analysis, budget execution, and manpower tracking

The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with the General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) and a deep understanding of Army appropriation types, including Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

• Manage, track, and execute funding across multiple appropriations including FMS.
• Perform commitment, obligation, and disbursement tracking within GFEBS.
• Reconcile financial records and resolve Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs) and Negative Unliquidated Obligations (NULOs).
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for GFEBS transactions and reporting.
• Utilize GFEBS modules such as Funds Management (FM) and Cost Management (CM) to monitor budget execution
• Assist in formulating and updating the Internal Operating Budget (IOB).
• Analyze historical execution data to provide recommendations for current and future year spend plans
• Facilitate mid-year reviews and year-end close-out procedures.
• Track and reconcile manpower allocations, labor execution, and personnel funding requirements.
• Coordinate with program managers to align civilian and contractor manpower requirements with available funding profiles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in federal financial management or defense program analysis.
• GFEBS Expertise: At least 2 years of hands-on experience navigating GFEBS (specifically FM and CM modules)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline

• Clearance: Must possess or be able to obtain an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Appropriation Knowledge: Proven experience executing and tracking OMA, APA, and RDTE funding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification.
• Prior experience managing Army Manpower systems (such as G-8 requirements).
• Experience with Audit Readiness and Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) standards

Why join Thompson Gray?

Thompson Gray is a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.

Here’s what makes Thompson Gray special:

• Competitive pay based on your qualifications
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• TG Swag – receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home
• Dependent Scholarship Program – supporting the education of employees’ children
• Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education
• Professional Development opportunities
• Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 10 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling
• Annual donation to the charity of your choice
• Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our memorable annual holiday party

Join Thompson Gray and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, innovation, and community.

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, or protected veteran status. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.