Financial Analyst

DescriptionXcelerate Solutions is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to support the full financial lifecycle of government contracts, from proposal pricing and award through forecasting, program financial management, contract modifications, and financial performance analysis. The Financial Analyst will help Operations, Program Management, Business Development, Pricing, and executive leadership understand how proposed assumptions translate into actual contract economics, profitability, cash flow, and operational performance after award.The ideal candidate has strong experience with U.S. government contracting, understands government cost principles and regulatory requirements, and can independently develop pricing models, analyze financial data, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership. This is a highly collaborative role that requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.Location: McLean, VAFinancial Analysis & ForecastingPrepare financial analyses, forecasts, budgets, and financial models to support management decision-making.Analyze program financial performance, revenue, labor utilization, direct costs, indirect costs, and profitability.Support monthly financial reporting and variance analysis.Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings to management, which includes monitoring backlogDevelop financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, contract extensions, staffing decisions, and operational changes.Assist with annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting activities.Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast and provide explanations for material variances.Support program managers with financial reporting, financial forecasting, and resource planning.Ensure billing is correct for all projects using the correct CLIN, PLCs, and POPs on the contractSupport pricing exercises from our delivery and capture teams on contract MODs and or extensionsGovernment Contracting & ComplianceApply knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, government cost principles, and applicable accounting and pricing requirements to financial analysis and pricing activities.Support internal and external audits and provide requested financial and pricing documentation.Assist with indirect rate development, rate analysis, and rate forecasting.Ensure pricing assumptions are appropriately documented, supported, and consistent with contract and company requirementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.3+ years of relevant financial analysis, government contracting, proposal pricing, or related experience.Strong understanding of government contracting Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, and complex formulas.Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.Excellent attention to detail Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to clearly present financial and pricing information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.Preferred QualificationsExperience with FAR/DFARS, government cost principles, and CAS.Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, Deltek T&E, or another government contracting ERP/accounting system.Experience developing pricing for U.S. federal government contracts and proposals.Experience with indirect rate development and forecasting.Experience supporting DCAA or DCMA audits.Experience with T&M, FFP, Cost-Plus, and IDIQ/task order contracts.Experience pricing professional services, technology, engineering, cybersecurity, or other government contractor labor.CMA, CPA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus.Experience with Power BI, OneStream or other business intelligence/reporting tools is a plus.About Xcelerate Solutions:Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions ( is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.