Top Secret Cleared Financial Analyst

Zantech; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zantech is seeking a talented Financial Analyst to support their project in Arlington, VA. The role involves generating MIPRs, developing budgets, and producing execution reports. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field and at least six years of relevant experience.

Successful applicants will exhibit strong skills in Microsoft Excel and have knowledge of DoD financial systems. US Citizenship and an Active US Top Secret security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years in a financial analyst role, including milestone tracking.
• Experience generating and routing MIPRs and Purchase Requests under DoD Financial Management Regulation.
• Ability to maintain 99% accuracy in budget calculations.

Responsibilities

• Generate and route MIPRs and Purchase Requests for the front office and Program Managers.
• Develop and deliver program plans and quarterly review documentation.
• Produce financial execution reports including forecasts, commitments, obligations, and expenditures.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Tracking

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

CDFM Certification

Tools

DoD Financial Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Zantech is looking for a talented Financial Analyst to contribute to the success of our upcoming Service Delivery & Resource Allocation Management Support project for an onsite role based out of Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Generate and route MIPRs and Purchase Requests for the front office and up to Program Managers.
• Develop and deliver program plans and quarterly review documentation.
• Produce and deliver office and program budgets.
• Deliver monthly financial execution reports (forecasts, commitments, obligations, expenditures).
• Manage travel budget for approximately 30 ACO Government personnel.
• Prepare and submit Research and Development Descriptive Summaries (RDocs).
• Generate custom ad hoc financial reports on request.
• Ensure 99% budget calculation accuracy under dynamic requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of each Program Manager’s portfolio including approved programs, congressional budget data, new initiatives, seedlings, SBIR/STTR, and performers.
• Deliver monthly financial execution reports for each DARPA PM and one comprehensive ACO office budget, including forecasts, commitments, obligations, and expenditures.
• Manage travel budget within 3% variance annually.
• Prepare and submit annual RDocs within Government-established timeframes.
• Generate custom ad hoc financial reports within established deadlines with no more than one revision required per report.

Required Experience or Knowledge

• Minimum six years in a financial analyst role, including milestone tracking.
• Experience generating and routing MIPRs and Purchase Requests under DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR).
• Proficiency in DoD financial systems (DARPA financial system access provided by Government).
• Experience producing financial execution reports including forecasts, commitments, obligations, and expenditures.
• Familiarity with DARPA or DoD budget structures, including congressional efforts, SBIR/STTR, and seedling programs.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for budget tracking, RDoc template updates, and ad hoc reporting.
• Ability to maintain 99% accuracy in budget calculations and manage travel budgets within 3% variance.
• Experience preparing Research and Development Descriptive Summaries (RDocs) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to deal with conflicts and diverse stakeholders.

Required Education / Certifications

• Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Education Preferred: Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Preferred Certifications: CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager), DAU FM coursework.

Required Security Clearance

• US Citizenship required.
• Must possess and Active US Top Secret (TS); must be eligible for SCI access.