Financial Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

We have an immediate need for a Financial Analyst to provide remote support to our FAA customer.

The candidate will provide a wide array of financial management activities in support of government acquisition programs. Produce recurring deliverables such as budget formulation, execution and monitoring, financial analysis, financial artifact creation (Purchase Authorizations, Purchase Requisitions), status briefings, resource planning documents, and congressional inquiries. Respond to ad-hoc requests from multiple divisions with efficiency and analytical understanding of data being presented. Develop financial monitoring and tracking tools, and create PowerPoints and documents to demonstrate understanding of program financials. Interact, utilize, and assist team members with various FAA financial systems. Collaborate with external stakeholders in reporting requirements and external financial goals.

Required:

• 7+ years of experience in government finance-focused positions; focused on managing government financials (program actuals/expenditures, spend plans/ETCs, monthly reports and financial briefings).
• Strong analytical background in gathering and interpreting complex amounts of data and excellent communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and other MS products.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for a Public Trust clearance.

Desired:

• MA/MS/MBA degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• Proficiency/direct experience in the following of FAA financial systems: Delphi, G-Invoicing, PRISM, OBIWAN, ORACLE, CWP, REGIS, CIMS, SPIRE, NPC, E2 Travel.
• Experience utilizing and working in FAA financial processes such as Corporate Workplan (CWP), Funding JON request (FJR), GovTrip, and resource planning documents (RPDs).