Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)
Location: Hybrid – 200 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20201
Client: Supporting the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Due to federal contract requirements, U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders are preferred. Candidates must be eligible to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial operations for federal grants management IT systems within HHS. This position operates in an Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) capacity, ensuring financial accuracy, contract compliance, and oversight of programs totaling over $100M annually.
This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior federal leadership, supporting financial planning, reporting, and strategic decision-making for mission-critical government programs.
Support financial planning and analysis activities for federal grants management systems.
Identify financial risks and advise government stakeholders on mitigation strategies.
Lead financial planning and budget preparation for a $100M+ annual program.
Support day-to-day accounting activities including billing, accounts receivable, and financial tracking.
Manage Interagency Agreement (IAA) revenue tracking, expenses, obligations, and payments.
Prepare financial forecasts including capital expenditure and depreciation planning.
Develop financial reports and analysis to support leadership decision-making.
Manage P&L activities, including month-end closing, variance analysis, and financial performance monitoring.
Ensure accurate financial reporting and proper cost allocation.
Consolidate financial data from multiple sources including revenue, expenses, obligations, and project activity.
Provide leadership and guidance to finance team members.
Conduct financial modeling and ad-hoc analysis as required.
Ensure timely response to financial data calls and reporting requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
10+ years of accounting or finance experience.
4+ years in a management or lead role.
Strong understanding of federal financial systems, processes, and cost accounting principles.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including pivot tables and financial modeling).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance.
Hybrid work environment with periodic onsite presence in Washington, DC.
Remote flexibility currently available for candidates in the DC Metro area, with potential transition to hybrid in the future