Financial Analyst II – FEMA

Michael Baker International

Financial Analyst II supporting FEMA and federal programs in project planning and financial management. Collaborating with project managers on budgets and performance metrics in Alexandria, VA.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project planning by developing and tracking schedules, budgets, and performance metrics
Monitor project financials, including cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis
Prepare reports that highlight cost and schedule performance against project baselines
Partner with project managers to identify risks and develop corrective actions or recovery plans
Analyze financial data to identify trends, improve performance, and support decision-making
Contribute to budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and business planning efforts
Build and maintain data sets to support ongoing financial analysis and reporting
Provide recommendations on cost savings, profitability, and process improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, planning, GIS, and federal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of financial or project controls experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Strong ownership mindset and accountability for deliverables
Clear communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office tools
Nice to have:
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) on federal contracts
Knowledge of federal invoicing requirements and regulations
Experience with tools such as Deltek Cobra, Oracle, Smartsheet, or Power BI
Familiarity with FEMA’s Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (MAP) Program
Ability to travel occasionally (less than 20%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial analysiscost trackingforecastingvariance analysisbudgetingdata analysisEarned Value Managementfinancial reportingprocess improvementcash flow projections

Soft Skills

attention to detailcritical thinkingownership mindsetaccountabilityclear communicationorganizational skillsability to manage prioritiescollaborationadaptabilityproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in financeBachelor’s degree in accountingPublic Trust clearance