Remote Financial Analyst — Government Contracting

GovCIO; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Financial Analyst to support its National Security Sector. This fully remote role in the United States requires potential visits to the Fairfax, VA office. The candidate will assist with financial reporting, forecast updates, and analysis of program drivers and risks.

Requirements include a Bachelor's with 2-5 years in finance, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with government contracting concepts. DoW clearance may be required; U.S. citizenship is necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's with 2-5 years (or commensurate experience)
• 2-5 years in Finance role (Program Finance, Project Control and/or Financial Planning and Analysis)
• Foundational understanding of Government Contracting concepts and basic familiarity with CAS, FAR, and GAAP principles
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas); advanced skills are a plus but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to relay information clearly
• Self-motivated team contributor with willingness to learn and grow
• Familiarity with common contract types (FFP, T&M, Cost Type) is helpful but not essential
• Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoW security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing timely and accurate financial reporting deliverables including program trend analysis, variance analysis against budget and prior forecasts and monthly reporting for executive management
• Support Senior Financial Analyst in managing large program with multiple task orders and contribute to quarterly forecasts and annual operating budgets
• Provide foundational analysis of key program drivers, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare data and analysis to support program operational reviews
• Support the program month-end close process including cost accruals, revenue recognition and expense reviews
• Monitor subcontracting spending and assist with subcontractor voucher approvals
• Collaborate with Accounting, Contracts, Procurement and other corporate back-office departments to support program operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Finance experience

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

DoW clearance possible

US citizenship

Gov contracting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

TM1 Forecasting

Cognos Reporting

Job description

GovCIO is seeking a Financial Analyst to support its National Security Sector. This fully remote role in the United States requires potential visits to the Fairfax, VA office. The candidate will assist with financial reporting, forecast updates, and analysis of program drivers and risks.

Requirements include a Bachelor's with 2-5 years in finance, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with government contracting concepts. DoW clearance may be required; U.S. citizenship is necessary.