SR Financial Analyst/Consultant

Government Security Clearance Information

Employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining an active security clearance. Non-U.S. citizens are ineligible. The adjudication process evaluates overall reliability and trustworthiness, including adherence to federal laws prohibiting marijuana use (recreational, medical, or CBD).

Salary Range: $95,000-$130,000

• Hours: 40 per week, Monday-Friday
• Travel: < 10%
• Location: Washington, D.C. (onsite at the Washington Navy Yard)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Management Analyst/Consultant to provide financial management and accounting support to the Department of the Navy and NAVWAR. This is a full-time, onsite position located at the Washington Navy Yard.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with a team of consultants and government stakeholders, delivering analytical and advisory support across a broad range of financial management activities. The position balances independent execution with daily interaction across multi‑functional teams and clients.

Key Focus Areas

Supporting complex Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) and programmatic efforts

Developing, executing, and monitoring DoW budgets and annual financial spend plans

Conducting account analysis and reconciliation, variance analysis, financial tracking, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting

Advising government leadership on key financial, operational, and programmatic issues

Responsibilities

• Input, maintain, and analyze financial data within government systems (e.g., Navy ERP, Standard Procurement System, and successor systems)
• Assist with budget formulation, cost monitoring, and variance analysis
• Measure organizational performance and evaluate program or policy impacts on budgets
• Research financial, economic, and regulatory developments impacting funding and execution
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures governing budget formulation and execution
• Manage multiple funding types and coordinate with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare and brief financial budgets, reports, analyses, and executive‑level summaries
• Develop recommendations and courses of action (COAs) to address financial challenges
• Interpret and apply financial management policies, regulations, and strategic objectives

Desired Skills & Experience

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively in fast‑paced environments, both independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with minimal oversight

Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new systems, tools, and processes

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel proficiency (daily use)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook)
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• 7+ years of Navy/DoW financial management or relevant federal consulting experience

Strongly preferred

• Department of the Navy experience, including accounting, finance, consulting, NAVWAR financial systems, and PPBE processes
• Ability to obtain a SECRET government security clearance (TS/SCI may be required for select projects)