Financial Specialist

Kearney & Company is hiring a Financial Specialist to support our team onsite in Vienna, VA—join a firm recognized as one of the Best Places to Work. Duties include but not limited to: Financial management and budget experience with demonstrated ability to assist in the preparation, management, and execution of financial and budget plans, research and analyze budget related matters, and provide operational and administrative support. Provide support maintaining program and project acquisition management specific budgets for EPMU; to include support for budget planning, tracking, reporting and analysis of all program and project funds, benefits realization, and earned value management, cost/benefit analysis, OMB Exhibit 300 process and documentation, support resource allocation planning (RAP) and Program Assessment Rating Tool (PART) updates. Provide support to EPMU federal budget and finance lead in compiling budget and finance data, and creating budget and financial reporting documents (to include, but not limited to Data Visualization, spreadsheets, and slide presentations). Prepare summaries and detail briefings from data compiled from various budget information sources such as FFMS and FileOnQ/WebView data from within the DHS/ICE/HSI Budget offices, and other stakeholders. Provide support for the EPMU’s financial reconciliation efforts. Assist in the identification of errors, duplications or omissions within existing financial or budget documents, and provide recommendations for corrective action. Document the customer invoice and payment process specific to the EPMU, and Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) organization working with OFM, and OAQ to coordinate receipting and ticketing dashboards after Government inspection and acceptance in order to maintain the invoice validation record. Provide financial analysis and accounting support to ensure the Government achieve audit readiness and well as account management. Provide support of coordinating and maintaining the EPMU acquisition budget dashboard to ensure meeting funding requirements. Support creation and review of EPMU spend plans for all activities, tracking obligated, committed, and expensed amounts against the plan; investigate variances, identify shortfalls, expenditure forecasts, and propose reallocating funds when necessary. Create and support Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) modeling to support the creation of Life-Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs). Support the creation of program LCCEs and affordability memos, annual updates to the LCCEs, and tracking of the Summary of Funding (SOF). Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of relevant and recent progressive experience in federal financial management, accounting, or budget analysis, preferably within the DHS or other federal agencies. Ability to obtain and maintain Suitability clearance or higher (requires US Citizenship). Preferred Qualifications Proficient in the following Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Expertise in using DHS financial systems, including the FFMS and FileOnQ/Webview, for processing, tracking, and reporting financial transactions. Strong knowledge of federal financial regulations, OMB circulars, and DHS-specific financial policies and procedures. Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, prepare reconciliations, and generate accurate financial reports in compliance with federal requirements. Experience with budget formulation, execution, and monitoring, including the ability to provide recommendations for resource allocation and financial planning. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial management tools; ability to extract, manipulate, and interpret data from FFMS and FileOnQ/Webview. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior leadership and stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Familiarity with finance and statistical analysis software. An ability to present and explain investment information and financial plans. Knowledge of INVEST, ACEIT, and LCCEs. Overview Exclusively focused on the Government, Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Kearney’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at The expected salary range for this position is between $69,000 and $105,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable). We also offer a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan. Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account. Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances. Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance. Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits. Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. EEO Notice Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Work location is subject to change based on client requirements. Kearney & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association to a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulation. Click here for more information on Kearney’s EEO Policy. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, regarding accessibility of our website, a modification or adjustment of the job application or interview process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please be advised that this contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) FMLA is designed to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities by allowing them to take reasonable unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. Kearney & Company provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. Military family leave is available for up to 26 weeks under FMLA. Click here to learn more. Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) The EPPA prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests either for pre-employment screening or during the course of employment. Kearney & Company adheres all provisions of the EPPA. Click here to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr