Cost Allocation Plan/ Financial Analyst

Information Resource group•Baton Rouge, LA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to support a Louisiana state government initiative. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working with large datasets, and hands-on experience developing Cost Allocation Plans (CAPs). This role requires the ability to analyze financial and operational data, develop reports, and support organizational decision-making through data-driven insights.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
Proven experience in data analysis and financial analysis.
Direct experience developing or supporting Cost Allocation Plans (CAP) or Cost Allocation Methodologies.
Experience with financial modeling and forecasting.
Experience analyzing large datasets and identifying trends.
Knowledge of federal grant administration and funding structures.
Experience documenting methodologies, business processes, and reporting requirements.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical findings to business stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Public sector or state government experience.
Experience supporting Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, Workforce Development, Vocational Rehabilitation, or federally funded programs.
Knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 OMB Uniform Guidance.
Knowledge of 45 CFR Part 95.
Knowledge of Federal cost principles.
PACAP preparation experience.
Experience supporting federal audits and compliance reviews.
Knowledge of ERP systems, cost centers, WBS structures, and financial reporting systems.
Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or advanced reporting tool experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial and operational data.
Develop reports.
Support organizational decision-making through data-driven insights.
Develop or support Cost Allocation Plans (CAP) or Cost Allocation Methodologies.
Perform financial modeling and forecasting.
Analyze large datasets and identify trends.
Document methodologies, business processes, and reporting requirements.
Communicate technical findings to business stakeholders.
Produce Cost Allocation Plans (CAP).
Produce Cost Allocation Methodology Documentation.
Produce Financial Impact Analysis Reports.
Produce Allocation Matrices.
Produce Fiscal Projection Models.
Produce Compliance Assessments.
Produce Audit Support Documentation.
Produce Executive-Level Reports and Presentations.