Senior Financial Analyst, DoD Clearance Eligible

NavAide

Senior Financial Management Analyst managing funding across PPBE lifecycle for DoD projects at Navaide. Ensuring compliance with financial management regulations and collaborating with program leadership.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and track program funding (RDT&E, Procurement, O&M, etc.) across the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle
Develop and submit financial exhibits, budget justification materials, and annual spend plans
Coordinate with resource sponsors to validate requirements and justify funding requests.
Coordinate with Program Management, Contracting, and Logistics teams on funding requirements
Monitor and analyze execution of funds to ensure obligations and expenditures are in line with spend plans and appropriation law
Prepare financial briefings and reports for leadership and external stakeholders (e.g., ASN(RDA), OSD, Congress)
Develop dashboards and metrics to track financial health of the program.
Conduct financial reconciliations, validate commitments and obligations, and assist with year-end closeout activities
Ensure compliance with applicable DoD financial management regulations
Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and acquisition strategy development to ensure alignment between financial resources and program milestones.
Identify and drive process improvements, identifying opportunities for efficiency gains and increased productivity.
Capture lessons learned from project activities and incorporate them into future initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of relevant experience providing Navy or DoD financial management support
Knowledge of Department of Navy (DoN) acquisition processes, regulations, and systems is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems) is required.
A Master's degree is a plus.
Active DOD Secret clearance is required.
Relevant certifications such as Certified Defense Financial Management (CDFM) certification preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible time off
Professional development opportunities
Company perks such as flex spending, wellness initiatives, etc.
401(K) matching

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial managementbudget justificationfinancial analysisfinancial reconciliationmetrics developmentprocess improvementprogram funding managementexecution monitoringdashboard creationyear-end closeout

Soft Skills

communicationcoordinationleadershipanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingstakeholder engagementteam collaborationefficiency improvementadaptabilityproject management

Certifications

Certified Defense Financial Management (CDFM)DOD Secret clearance