Government Compliance Financial Analyst

Amentum

Financial Analyst focusing on government audits and compliance at Amentum, a leader in engineering and technology solutions. Role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and analysis of financial data.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeTexas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support government audits and internal inquiries by locating and analyzing supporting documentation for compliance with government and contractual requirements
Interpret and apply Amentum’s policies, government legislation, and accounting theories during the monthly cost monitoring efforts to ensure accuracy and timely corrections in the accounting system
Perform financial reconciliations and data validation for internal and external reporting
Prepare various financial reports for the Incurred Cost Claim submissions, DCAA audits, DCMA negotiations, and business system reviews
Work closely with other functional groups to research cost allowability and review of proposed organizational and accounting changes
Research industry practices and precedence cases in relation to cost allowability and compliance
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with Government agency representatives, internal audit, and Amentum employees
Complete all internal and external training as required or assigned
Participate in other projects as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related Business field
0 – 2 years in job-related experience in a Government Contracting environment
Experience with accounting / financial analysis
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to stay organized and perform detail-oriented work under deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PPT)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Financial ReconciliationData ValidationCost MonitoringAccounting TheoriesFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingDetail-OrientedOrganizational SkillsVerbal Communication