Sr. Financial Analyst

Notice to Applicants: MLT Systems LLC; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MLT Systems LLC is seeking a Sr Financial Analyst to support budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting for defense programs. You will work with CERBERUS, Power BI, and DAI to track obligations, variances, and performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree or 10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and experience with DoD processes. Office-based position with security clearance eligibility and formal budgeting responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Budget formulation, execution support, and financial reporting.
• Experience with DoD acquisition policies or government budgeting is preferred.
• Strong analytical, data-driven decision-making and multi-priority management.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost-benefit analyses to support funding decisions and report on financial data.
• Support the budget formulation for POM and PB, including Financial Execution Reviews.
• Integrate CERBERUS, Power BI, and DAI reports to track obligations, variances, and near-term projections.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Report development

Data visualization

CERBERUS

Power BI

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 10 years experience

Tools

CERBERUS

Power BI

DAI

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: This position is contingent upon contract award. Applicants must complete the application questions and Release of Information to be considered for this position.

At MLT, we create solutions by empowering our people to fulfill their passion for service. In support of Program Manager, Tactical Communications and Electronic Warfare Systems, we are seeking a Sr Financial Analyst with experience in the tracking of financial tasks, report development, financial data updates, budget analysis and controls tracking.

The specific requirements and tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform cost-benefit analysis to recommend or justify funding decisions, preparing financial management data reports and metrics regarding the status of funds.
• Support the budget formulation for the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and the building of the President’s Budget (PB), and Financial Execution Reviews.
• Support Expended Funds Execution and Financial Performance to Plan by combining numerous CERBERUS, Power BI, and DAI Reports to provide a consolidated reference focusing leaders on obligation rates, variances to phasing plans, and projection of near‑term obligations.

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or 10 years of relevant experience

Specific / Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated Knowledge: Understanding of DoD Acquisition policies, such as DoD/SECNAV 5000.02 and the MCSC Acquisition Guidebook. Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution processes and financial management policies, budget processes, and execution reviews is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated Experience: Budget formulation and execution support, ensuring accurate financial tracking, analysis, and reporting. Possess strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assist in budget planning, execution reviews, and financial performance tracking. Experience in financial management, budgeting, and analysis within a government or defense‑related environment. Proficiency in financial management systems such as CERBERUS, Power BI, DAI, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint). Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct data‑driven decision‑making. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Conducting cost-benefit analyses to support funding decisions and ensure integrity in project funding plans and timelines. Evaluating and recommending improvements to streamline financial processes such as spending plans, funding action requests, and financial checkbooks to enhance consistency and efficiency. Engaging with stakeholders to discuss budget execution strategies aligned with APM‑FM guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial data to leadership.
• Minimum Clearance Required: SECRET

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, speak and hear, and to use hands and arms for routine work tasks. The employee may occasionally lift or move items up to 30 pounds. Vision abilities required include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.

Work Environment:

This position is performed in a typical indoor office setting with a quiet to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employees are expected to follow safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment, as required.

Notice to Applicants: MLT Systems LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes affirmative action to provide equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.