JR Financial Analyst

About the role

We are currently seeking a Junior Financial Management Analyst/Consultant to support Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I) / Navy, and Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) Command clients in San Diego, CA. Our consultants work directly with government clients to support complex financial Planning, Programming, Budgeting, Execution (PPBE), and programmatic issues. The Junior Financial Management Analyst/ Consultant position requires a minimum of one-year previous professional experience and a desire to work in consulting and finance. This position will be working with a team of consultants, as well as independent direct tasking and communication with clients on a daily basis. Our financial management support covers a range of services, to include development of Department of Defense (DoD) budgets and execution of annual financial spend plan requirements. We are looking for candidates that are available to begin support immediately. 

This position will provide specialized experience in performing accounting and financial management support with management oversight/supervision. General accounting activities include account analysis/reconciliation, monthly variance analysis and analytics, financial tracking, reporting, budgeting and forecasting activities. This position is responsible for compiling and analyzing financial information and advising clients regarding key financial and operational issues. 

Junior Financial Management Analyst/Consultant responsibilities include: 

• Financial systems data entry and maintenance - responsible for entering, extracting, manipulating and transferring/reporting data to/from multiple financial systems 

• Process funding to vendors to include required financial data entry, execution actions, and tracking 

• Prepares account reconciliations/analysis to ensure funding accuracy/consistency and conducts appropriate accounting research as needed 

• Extracts and analyzes data from various internal systems (e.g. N-ERP); compiles and assembles relevant information into spreadsheets/reports/presentations; presents summaries and recommendations 

• Performs financial analysis required to prepare and analyze accurate monthly execution performance reports 

• Conducts financial modeling and monthly budgeting and forecasting 

• Responds to requests for ad-hoc reports and variance analysis from customers in a timely and professional manner 

• Daily use of MS Excel and Access with application of special features, such as Pivot Tables and V Lookups 

Job Details: 

• Position Type: Full Time, Salary position with Full Benefits 

• Salary Range: Dependent on level of experience-$55,000-$80,000 

• Approximate Hours per Week: 40 

• Travel Percentage: < 10% Travel 

• Location: San Diego, CA 

• Schedule: Onsite (Monday-Friday) 

Desired Skills and Experience 

Applicants must demonstrate clear and effective communication, work well in a team environment, perform under pressure, and learn new processes, software, and financial systems quickly. Excel is used on a daily basis, so existing and demonstrated experience is required. Financial data visualization (i.e. Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, etc.) and Access database experience are also strongly desired. Experience with the Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (N-ERP) System is desired, but not required. We are looking for an energetic, intelligent, dedicated consultant to add to our team. 

Qualification Requirements: 

• Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or University 

• Ability to obtain a SECRET Government Security Clearance, requires TS/SCI clearance when supporting TS/SCI programs/projects 

• Advanced level experience using MS Excel 

• Proficiency using MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Access, Word, Outlook) 

• (Desired) Experience using data visualization tools (Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, etc.) 

• (Desired) One to three (1-3) years financial management and/or consulting experience 

• (Desired) Previous experience in accounting, consulting, government finance, NAVWAR financial systems and the government planning, programming, budgeting, and execution process (PPBE) 

Characteristics Desired: 

• Ability to multi-task 

• Attention to detail and accuracy of data 

• Works well in a fast-paced environment 

• Ability to problem solve without guidance 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills 

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment 

• Preferred qualifications also include previous experience in accounting, consulting, government finance, NAVWAR financial systems and the government planning, programming, budgeting, and execution process (PPBE) 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. As a routine part of work, employees will generally be required to use their hands to manipulate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

The table below provides additional details of certain physical demands of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

ACTIVITY FREQUENCY WEIGHT OR DISTANCE 

 
Sitting Frequently (> 90% of the time) n/a 
Bending Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) n/a 
Stooping Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) n/a 
Lifting Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) 20-30 lbs 
Carrying Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) 20-30 lbs 
Pushing/Pulling Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) 10-20 lbs 
Reaching Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) Arm Length and Overhead 
Standing Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) n/a 
On Computer Frequently (> 90% of the time) n/a 
On Phone Sometimes (40%-70% of the time) n/a 
Indoors Frequently (> 90% of the time) n/a 
Outdoors Seldom (< 20% of the time) n/a 
Driving Seldom (< 20% of the time) 60 miles, 1 hour 
Travel by Airplane Seldom (< 20% of the time) Domestic Travel 

Environmental Demands: 

This job is primarily assigned to a climate-controlled office environment with moderate noise levels. No direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. 

The pay range for this role is:

55,000.00 - 80,000.00 USD per year (San Diego)