Financial Analyst
American Institutes for Research
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • California, Illinois, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $93,850 - $125,134 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support government contracts, including budget preparation, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and implement strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making and long-term growth.
- Monitor and manage contract costs to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and contractual requirements.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses and identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies by staying current on regulatory updates and implementing necessary changes.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation, addressing findings promptly, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Support in contract negotiations and review financial terms and conditions to ensure favorable outcomes for the organization.
- Work closely with project managers, contract administrators, and other collaborators to provide financial expertise and guidance throughout the contract lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial analysis, ideally within government contracting.
- Strong knowledge of government contracting principles, regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS), and cost accounting standards.
- Experience with financial management systems such as Deltek and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Advanced credentials like an MBA or CPA are preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- AIR’s Total Rewards Program, designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
financial analysisbudget preparationforecastingvariance analysisfinancial modelingcost-benefit analysiscost optimizationefficiency improvementscontract negotiationfinancial documentation
Soft skills
collaborationstrategic planningdecision-makingcommunicationproblem-solvingattention to detailorganizational skillsadaptabilityleadershipcross-functional teamwork
Certifications
MBACPA