Financial Analyst | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA005010]

Financial Analyst | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization

ProSidian seeks a Financial Analyst | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis Engagement Team | Analyst 5 Labor Category - High Level Exempt [1099] Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541620 - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis located CONUS: Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia Across The Mid Atlantic Region supporting responsible for overseeing farming, ranching, and forestry industries, as well as regulating aspects of food quality and safety and nutrition labeling.

Seeking Financial Analyst candidates with relevant Agriculture And Food Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture And Food Sector Clients such as USDA. This as a Technical Element or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Information Technology Center Support (Financial Analyst) in the Agriculture And Food Industry Sector focussing on IT Effectiveness Solutions for clients such as United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | USDA Agriculture Marketing Service (AMS) Cotton & Tobacco (C&T) Program [AMS | C&T] Generally Located In CONUS: Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia and across the Mid Atlantic Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Financial Analyst | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA005010]

Modernize budget templates, perform financial modeling, and prepare cotton price statistics and fiscal year data reports.

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Attention to Detail: Ability to scrutinize complex macros and formulas and identify errors or inefficiencies.

Time Management: Capable of handling multiple spreadsheet modernization tasks across divisions while ensuring timely delivery of updates and fixes.

Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work closely with USDA's Cotton & Tobacco divisions to understand specific spreadsheet needs, ensure user satisfaction, and deliver customized solutions.

Adaptability: Flexibility to work with a variety of spreadsheet types and respond to ongoing requirements during modernization and training phases.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Financial Analyst | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA005010] Candidates:

Bachelor's/Master's in Financial Analysis or related field. Experience in Information Technology, Data Science, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Computer Science, or Business Management. Strong background in financial analysis, data management, or agricultural economics relevant to the USDA AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program.

Financial Management Reporting Expertise:

-- Strong experience in preparing and modernizing budget templates, exhibit expense templates, and personnel salary and benefits tracking reports.

-- Familiarity with USDA financial templates for fiscal year reporting, revenue collections, and loan premiums/discounts data analysis.

No specific licensure required. and Desired Skills: No specific licensure required.

Summary of Key Required Skills for Success:

1. Professional Certifications such as Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) | Expert in Excel and CDA.

2. Advanced Excel Proficiency, including macros, VBA, complex formulas, and data analysis.

3. Data Analysis Expertise tailored to the financial and agricultural data reporting requirements.

4. Financial Management Reporting experience, particularly in budget formulation and user-fee analysis.

5. Training & Documentation expertise for smooth handover of modernized Excel sheets.

6. Database Integration & Automation to streamline workflows and enhance reporting efficiency.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelor's/Master's in Financial Analysis or related field. | Bachelor's/Master's in Financial Analysis or related field. 5+ years of experience.

Skills Required

Financial modeling, cash flow analysis, advanced Excel skills.

Competencies Required

Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program). Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

Employees are subject to regulatory and mandatory training requirements. These requirements will change for individuals based on their job duties or position assignment.

- Standard Skills Required: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools. | Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management. | Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones. | Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities | Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail. | Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills | Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

- EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities spanning various disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build, and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.

- Full Time Regular VISA Sponsorship: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e., H-1B or TN Visas for this position. U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen

- Background Check And Drug testing: ProSidian reserves the right to require background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, ProSidian may conduct drug testing for designated positions.

Other Details

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

Core competencies include teamwork, leadership, business acumen, communication, motivation, agility, judgment, and organization.

Other requirements include proficiency with business tools and technology, commitment to work with diverse teams, curiosity, humility, and a willingness to learn and grow.

Benefits and highlights include competitive compensation, group health insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, vacation and paid time off, pre-tax payment programs, purchasing discounts, security clearance, leverageable experience, thought leadership, employee referral bonus program, and performance incentives.