Financial Analyst II

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 805

Job Title: Financial Analyst II

Location: Remote to McLean VA

Salary Range: $65,100 - $95,000

SUMMARY

Headquarters / Project Control (no specific program)

Agile Defense is an award-winning business with an immediate opening for an experienced Mid Level Project Control Analyst in government contracting responsible for all project financial functions to include budgeting, revenue recognition, project setup validation, variance analysis, and reporting for government and commercial contracts.  The candidate for this position will develop and analyze Estimates at Completion (EACs), monitor actual costs and commitments, prepare program review presentations, and produce financial deliverables as required per contract for both internal and external use. This position will require interfacing with members of Finance, Accounting, Program Management, Contracts, Pricing, and Procurement, as well as leading and instructing peers with the knowledge and tools needed to maintain and present accurate program financial information.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Participate in contract kick-off meetings to ensure project setup optimizes accounting software capabilities for project revenue, billing, and reporting utilizing DELTEK Costpoint and Costpoint Business Intelligence.  Assists in development of WBS for new projects, new project setup meetings.

·         Prepare detailed estimates at completion for assigned projects; review with project managers and provide to project accounting at least quarterly or more often if significant changes occur.

·         Review monthly project costs and revenue, validate monthly cost accruals, monitor actual cost performance against plans/budgets, prepare variance analysis, reports and presentations timely to project managers; identify areas for improvement.

·         Review detailed costs to ensure accuracy in recording; prepare correction forms for non-labor adjustments; coordinate with employees for required labor corrections.

·         Prepare monthly program review presentation and assist project manager as required, present monthly operating results to management.

·         Monitor project spending and backlog including labor, Other Direct Costs, and Subcontract costs.  Track and notify Project Managers and Contracts when achieving 75%/85% of contract funding.

·         Monitor and reconcile unbilled balances on a monthly basis.

·         Monitor contract funding, track commitments, develop projections and coordinate with contracts for required notifications on limitations and requests for additional funding as needed.

·         Identify "at risk" funding and mitigation solutions.

Assist project managers with annual budget preparation, both direct and indirect budgets.

·         Support the development of cost proposals for bids, ROMs and equitable adjustment requests.

·         Develop budgets for significant cost proposals, review actual costs to budgets and provide summary to proposal managers.

·         Determine impact on direct projects for over/under-applied indirect costs throughout the year to ensure adequate funding and maximization of revenues and profits.

·         Review customer invoices to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

·         Monitory aging receivables, assist in collection efforts, and identify uncollectible amounts, providing recommendations on allowance for bad debt.

·         Assist in project close-out.

·         Validate project set-up for correctness and contractual compliance

·         Ensure timely distribution of monthly project reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications

·         Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

·         5+ years' experience in Project Finance and/or Accounting in a government contracting environment.

·         Experience using Deltek Costpoint to include Costpoint Planning, project setup, revenue recognition, and billing setup.

·         Knowledge of most government contract types including Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials and Cost Reimbursable.

·         Experience with large contracts that have multiple CLIN and revenue types.

·         Comprehensive knowledge of processes and procedures in financial analysis.

·         Must be organized, detail-oriented, motivated, and able to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

·         Experience with Microsoft Office suite, proficiency in advanced Excel is essential.

·         Ability to interact and communicate, both oral and written, with individuals across the organization.

·         Self-motivated and results-oriented dedicated individual with a strong work ethic.

·         Experience with Deltek Costpoint/Reporting.

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

·         Bachelors Degree, Government Contracting and 5-8 years related experience.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

·         Experience with Microsoft Office suite, proficiency in advanced Excel is essential.

Preferred Skills

·         Experience with Deltek Costpoint/Reporting.

·         Comprehensive knowledge of the processes and procedures in financial analysis.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

·         99% Remote, possible travel to the Tysons Corner, VA offices up to 2x per year.

Strength Demands

·         Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles.  Some occasional walking or standing may be required.   Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

·         ; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

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