Senior Financial Analyst, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor

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Senior Financial Analyst in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor managing federal grants. Conducting advanced financial analysis and ensuring compliance with regulations for NGOs and other entities.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting skills, with a strong knowledge of GAAP and federal financial systems. Proven ability to manage foreign assistance funding and lead complex financial tracking and modeling efforts using Excel.

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Advanced Financial AnalysisFederal Financial Systems ManagementComplex Excel-Based Financial ModelingForeign Assistance Funding ManagementGovernment Contracting Procedures Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisReconciliationReportingGAAP KnowledgeFederal Grant ManagementFinancial Discrepancy ResolutionFinancial TrackingBudget ManagementData AnalysisAccount Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Coordination

Tools & Technologies

PMSGFMSAribaMicrosoft ExcelFinancial Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Foreign Assistance FundingGrant Lifecycle ManagementFederal Financial ReportsDepartment Financial RequirementsYear-End Closeout

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform advanced financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting across multiple appropriations, including congressionally earmarked funds.
Lead coordination of foreign assistance funding throughout the full grant lifecycle, including pre-award, award, and post-award phases.
Oversee preparation and submission of Form 7600 A & B and ensure compliance with Department financial requirements.
Manage and reconcile financial data across PMS, GFMS, and related systems; resolve discrepancies in coordination with HHS and internal stakeholders.
Analyze Federal Financial Reports (FFR-425) and conduct detailed account reviews to identify and correct variances.
Track grant awards, obligations, and expenditures; maintain accurate financial records and reporting tools.
Lead development and maintenance of complex Excel-based tracking systems and financial models.
Support year-end closeout and mid-year financial reviews across multiple funding streams.
Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for leadership on financial status, audits, and closeout activities.
Serve as a primary point of contact for financial inquiries and escalated issues requiring senior-level expertise.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders—including DRL leadership, Regional Bureaus, CGFS, and U.S. embassies on financial tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and experience managing foreign assistance funding.
Demonstrated experience with federal financial systems, including PMS, GFMS, Ariba, and related platforms.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial tracking and modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex financial discrepancies.
Knowledge of government contracting procedures and federal grant management processes.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead process improvements, and adapt to evolving requirements.
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced environments with high-volume workloads and shifting priorities.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including to sensitive or high-risk locations.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) and Roth retirement plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employees and families)
Supplemental Insurance
11 Federal Holidays
At least three weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), including sick and personal leave