Financial Analyst

Financial AnalystThe Financial Analyst will support Edgewater's Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team through financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, data analysis, and program financial support. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to develop expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), government contracting, project finance, and executive reporting.The position will be performed within a hybrid environment. However, candidates will only be considered within the Washington, DC metropolitan area and must be able to work on-site in either Reston, VA or Frederick, MD when requested.ResponsibilitiesAssist with monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and management reporting packages.Support annual operating plan (AOP), budgeting, and reforecasting activities across the organization.Analyze revenue, labor, subcontractor, and indirect cost data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Maintain and update financial models supporting backlog, revenue forecasting, cash flow, and profitability analysis.Prepare dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, and other reporting tools.Support project and program financial reviews, including funded backlog, burn rate, margin, and utilization analysis.Assist with indirect rate calculations, monitoring, and forecasting.Collaborate with Accounting during monthly close to validate financial results and explain variances.Partner with Program Managers and business leaders to provide financial insights and support decision-making.Help improve financial processes through automation, reporting enhancements, and data quality initiatives.Support special projects including acquisitions, contract pricing, investment analyses, and strategic initiatives.Prepare clear and concise analyses, presentations, and executive summaries for leadership reviews.Maintain organized backup documentation and support files for program forecasts and reporting.Learn government contracting and apply Edgewater's finance and project controls processes while taking on increasing responsibility over time.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred.Prior internship, coursework, or limited professional experience in finance, accounting, pricing, project controls, or government contracting is helpful but not required.Strong Microsoft Excel skills; Exposure to PowerBI, Tableau or other similar dashboarding toolsEagerness to work extensively with financial models, dashboards, and data sets.High attention to detail with the ability to check work for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a desire to understand the "why" behind financial results.Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work with Finance, Pricing, Operations, and Program Management personnel.Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize financial information in a simple and organized way.Interest in learning government contracting finance, including project financial reporting, contract types, labor planning, and indirect rates.Salary: $70,000 - $80,000Additional benefits include:Paid Time Off & Holiday PayMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability, Life Insurance, and AD&DFlexible Spending AccountsPre-Tax 401K and/or After-Tax Roth IRA (with employer matching contribution)Tuition and Technical Training ReimbursementExercise ReimbursementComputer ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.Possess the ability to fulfill any and all office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifteen (15) pounds.Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.May work prolonged or irregular hours.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Exposure to general office conditions while conducting office duties.Working at Edgewater Federal Solutions: Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Companies since 2018.Edgewater Federal Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and continues to be our policy to provide equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status and/or other status protected by applicable law.