Financial Analyst, Jr.

Overview

This full-time, remote Junior Financial Analyst role supports financial operations and project management for a consulting organization serving clients across military agencies, private sector organizations, and government entities. The position focuses on government contracting compliance, corporate finance workflows, and project financial analysis, working closely with management, internal finance teams, and external accounting partners.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers with initial project setup, onboarding, and tracking workflows
• Assist in monitoring project profitability, margins, and overall financial health
• Reconcile project tracking sheets with accounting data to ensure consistency
• Serve as a primary point of contact for project managers regarding financial queries and system support
• Prepare and assist with contract status reporting, including CFS JV reports
• Analyze financial variances, identify trends, and prepare performance reports
• Maintain and develop corporate cash flow models and projections
• Review employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance
• Support staff inquiries regarding expense policies
• Collaborate with outsourced accounting firms to process vendor payments and manage accounts payable
• Support client invoicing processes, including reviewing and editing invoices as needed
• Monitor aged receivables, follow up on overdue payments, and reconcile incoming payments
• Assist in maintaining state tax compliance and registering for necessary permits
• Support DCAA compliance efforts, including tracking allowable costs and preparing for audits
• Participate in year-end financial audits by preparing necessary documentation and reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, internal procedures, and government regulations
• Perform additional operational and administrative finance tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
• Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, or bookkeeping
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online or similar
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (including xlookups, pivot tables, formulas)
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy standards
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Government Contracting ERP systems (e.g., Unanet, Deltek)
• Familiarity with Google Workspace tools
• Knowledge of Federal Contracting Accounting Standards (CAS), FAR, and DCAA regulations is advantageous

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Retirement plan options, including 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Flexible remote or hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Location

• Remote position with a workforce spread across the United States; offices available in Washington, D.C., Boston, MA, and Chicago, IL.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness regardless of protected characteristics under applicable laws.