Financial Analyst - Budget & Program Performance

Overview

We are seeking a highly proactive Financial Analyst with deep expertise in budget analysis, program/project financial management, and performance evaluation to support large, complex programs within an IC/DoD environment. This role requires a strategic thinker who can interpret financial and programmatic data, identify risks before they become critical issues, and clearly communicate actionable insights to leadership and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate does more than report numbers - they understand the story behind the data, assess whether programs are on the correct spending path, and provide meaningful recommendations that drive informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

Financial & Program Analysis

• Analyze financial, cost, schedule, and performance data to assess overall program health and execution.
• Evaluate whether programs/projects are performing within budget and aligned to approved spending plans.
• Interpret complex financial data and provide leadership with the "so what" - translating data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Conduct expenditure trending analysis and identify variances, risks, and emerging issues.
• Anticipate and mitigate potential cost underruns to prevent loss or sweep of funds.
• Assess whether program deliverables and expenditures align with contractual expectations and funding allocations.
• Identify financial and execution risks before they become critical program issues.

Program & Project Financial Management

• Support and manage financial activities associated with large-scale programs and projects.
• Develop, prepare, and brief mid-year reviews, financial status updates, and executive-level reports.
• Analyze and interpret CDRL documentation and contractor-provided financial/programmatic data to determine program impact and performance implications.
• Monitor and evaluate cost, schedule, and performance metrics across programs.
• Support program managers and leadership with forecasting, spend plan development, and financial execution strategies.

Proposal & Cost Evaluation

• Review and analyze proposals, Basis of Estimate (BoE) documentation, and financial submissions for completeness, realism, and alignment with program requirements.
• Evaluate contractor financials, pricing approaches, and supporting documentation.
• Provide recommendations regarding funding, scope, and execution feasibility.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a customer-facing financial analyst supporting internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively solicit information from program teams, service providers, and leadership to maintain situational awareness and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Communicate findings clearly and confidently to leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Program Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, budget management, program control, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting IC and/or DoD programs.
• Strong understanding of project and program management principles.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost, schedule, and performance analysis.
• Experience managing or supporting large, complex programs.
• Proven ability to analyze financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Experience preparing and briefing executive-level financial reviews.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify issues proactively and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Experience reviewing proposals, BoEs, and contractor financial documentation.
• Excellent communication and briefing skills.
• Comfortable operating in a customer-facing environment.
• Clearance Level: Top Secret/Poly

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar performance management methodologies.
• Familiarity with government contracting and acquisition processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.
• Experience supporting cross-functional program teams in fast-paced environments.
• Active security clearance preferred.