Program Financial Analyst II (Lead)

Armada LTD; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Armada LTD is looking for a Program Financial Analyst II to lead financial analysis and budget management efforts at their Arlington, Virginia location. This role involves preparing financial packages, managing IT expenditures, and coordinating with stakeholders to assure accurate financial data.

The successful candidate will have at least a master's degree in finance or related fields, and at least seven years of experience in the DoD or DON sectors. Candidates must be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in program management or financial analysis.
• Experience in government contracting, preferably with the DoD or DON.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defending budgets by preparing financial documents.
• Track IT expenditures and manage budget data.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for data accuracy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Critical analysis

Brief preparation

Task management

Regulatory compliance

Navy ERP proficiency

Education

Master's degree in finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field

High school diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Power Platform (incl. Power Apps)

Financial management systems

Job description

Type: Full Time

Location: Ballston, Virginia

Overtime Exempt: Yes

Reports To: ARMADA HQ

Security Clearance Required: Secret

CONTINGENT UPON AWARD

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Program Financial Analyst II (Lead) assists the BFM in defending budgets by preparing and analyzing financial packages, impact statements, and documentation for program and budget reviews.
• Program Financial Analyst II (Lead) track IT expenditures, manages budget data in financial systems (e.g., PBIS-IT, NAVITAS), analyzes execution data, and manages the IT procurement request process.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather data and with comptroller organizations (e.g., DFAS) to ensure accurate financial data reconciliation.
• Program Financial Analyst II (Lead) manages the workload for the BFM's analyst team, maintains daily tasker trackers, document business processes, and provide backup support to the financial team as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as a team member and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to manage team performance, provide constructive feedback, and resolve personnel issues effectively and professionally.
• Ability to critically analyze complex information, identify core problems, evaluate potential solutions, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver briefs, reports, and official correspondence for senior leadership, and to liaise effectively with senior military, government, and civilian personnel.
• Proven ability to manage and organize multiple complex tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to successfully manage and execute Department of the Navy (DON) IT procurement actions, ensuring compliance with all relevant acquisition regulations and internal approval processes.
• Proficiency with Navy ERP (or similar financial management systems) and the Microsoft Power Platform (including Power Apps).

Minimum/General Experience

• Proven experience as a team leader, directly overseeing contractor personnel in a government contracting environment.
• Direct experience supporting the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the Naval Research Enterprise, or a similar Science & Technology (S&T) organization is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience with the DoD/DON budget cycle, including Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development, and comprehensive knowledge of federal financial regulations (e.g., FMR, FMPM).

Minimum Education

• Master's degree in finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field from an accredited institution and have at least seven (7) years of recent experience in program management, financial analysis, or management consulting within the Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of the Navy (DON).
• The requirement for a degree may be waived if the Program Financial Analyst II has a high school diploma or equivalent and has at least ten (10) years of recent experience in program management, financial analysis, or management consulting within the Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of the Navy (DON).

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at www.armadausa.com.

Special Notes

Relocation is not available for these jobs.

ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.