Cost/Financial Analyst

Overview

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to support Department of Defense (DoD) programs and projects. The position requires 2 years of experience in financial analysis, cost analysis and budget formulation. Successful candidates will have excellent communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills in addition to the following skills/experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost analyses for Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Program Office budgets, Contract Proposals, and other cost products as requested
• Develop independent Government cost estimates and ad-hoc estimates as needed
• Provide analytical support for program controls and reporting, and financial execution and budgets
• Coordinate and defend results with and across other organizations and contractors

Skills Required

• 24 semester hours of quantitative course work (mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, etc.) to include three hours of college level calculus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of DoD develop, deliver, and sustain processes, regulations, and best practices pertaining to DoD Acquisition
• Proficient in program development, budget analysis, schedule creation, and tracking of technical and schedule changes
• Well-versed in the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
• Capable of effectively understanding and estimating impacts of program risk within an operational-focused environment
• Experience with Spend Plan development and proposal evaluations
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Salary Range: $75,000 - $125,000/Year, DOE

Education

Bachelors degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

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