PPBE Financial Analyst - US Army Support

WisEngineering, LLC; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WisEngineering, LLC is seeking a Financial and Budget Analyst to support a DoD program at Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, NJ. The role requires 3–5 years of post‑degree financial analysis and a strong DoD budgeting mindset. This is a fully on‑site position with 5 days/week in the office.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting and expert Excel skills, with experience in ERP/accounting software like QuickBooks, Oracle, or SAP. Local relocation may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related business field.
• 3–5 years of professional, post‑degree financial analysis, budget tracking, or accounting experience.
• Expert‑level Excel skills (macros, formulas, data manipulation, and forecasting).
• Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and collaborative mindset.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software (QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP).

Responsibilities

• Budget execution: participate in the budget process, monitor funds, and evaluate budget justifications.
• DoD financial systems: prepare, analyze, and update financial documentation; resolve discrepancies.
• Financial analysis: perform variance analysis, forecasting, and budget reviews; generate reports.
• Cost analysis: support cost estimates, CBAs, BCAs, and economic analyses.
• Data tools: develop Excel tools (pivot tables/macros) for reporting large datasets.
• Collaboration: work with program managers and government staff to ensure accurate reporting.
• Tracking: manage unliquidated obligations, open commitments, and disbursements.

Skills

Excel

Budget analysis

Financial analysis

Data modeling

ERP software

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Financial and Budget Analyst

Company: WisEngineering, LLC

Location: Picatinny Arsenal, Dover, NJ (100% On-site, 5 days per week — No Exceptions)

Compensation: $110,000 - $125,000

Experience Level: 3–5 Years of Post-Degree Experience

Requirement: U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED (No exceptions)

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance

Timeline: Currently Interviewing Candidates! – Start ASAP!

Position Overview

WisEngineering, LLC is currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Financial Analyst to support a key government program at the DEVCOM Armaments Center (AC) at Picatinny Arsenal! We are looking for an analytical professional who brings a strong blend of financial processing, cost analysis, and budgeting. Expertise in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle a plus.

This fully on-site role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to financial management, program analysis, and cost optimization within a fast-paced government contracting environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong foundational accounting skills, high analytical aptitude, expert-level Excel capabilities, and a proven track record of managing program funds and budgets. If you are an approachable, collaborative fast-learner who thrives on solving complex funding issues, we want to talk to you.

Note: Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense (limited relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates).

Key Responsibilities

• Budget Execution: Actively participate in the budget process, providing robust qualitative and quantitative analysis of program effectiveness. Track and monitor program funds, evaluate budget justifications, and ensure accurate fund execution.
• Comprehensive Financial Analysis: Perform deep-dive variance analysis, financial forecasting, and budget reviews. Generate custom reports for management, assessing customer funding availability and overall financial health.
• Cost Analysis & Modeling: Provide cost analysis support for evaluating cost estimates and trade studies. Develop models for Economic Analyses (EAs), Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs), and Business Case Analyses (BCAs).
• Financial Tracking & Reconciliation: Manage unliquidated obligations (ULOs), track open commitments, process disbursements, and monitor daily financial transactions to maintain audit readiness.
• Advanced Data Management: Develop and maintain advanced Microsoft Excel tools (including pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas) to streamline reporting and synthesize large financial datasets.
• System Support & Operations: Utilize Department of Defense financial systems to prepare, analyze, and update financial documentation. Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and resolve complex billing or funding data errors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional team members, program managers, and government staff to ensure accurate reporting, smooth operational workflows, and the documentation of program milestones.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related business field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of professional, post‑degree financial analysis, budget tracking, or accounting experience.
• Technical Skills: Expert‑level Microsoft Excel skills (macros, formulas, data manipulation, and forecasting techniques) and strong quantitative/qualitative analytical skills.
• Core Attributes: High learning agility, exceptional attention to detail, strong problem‑solving abilities, and an easy‑going, cooperative temperament focused on team harmony.
• Systems Experience: Hands‑on experience with ERP/Accounting Software (QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP, or similar).

Why Join WisEngineering?

At WisEngineering, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an excellent career‑building atmosphere. Our diverse range of projects provides exciting challenges in cutting‑edge technologies, and we support our employees with on‑the‑job training and a smooth transition into new roles.

WisEngineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. See our website for additional information.