Data Scientist (AI/ML Federal Finance and Audit)

Significance, Inc. • New Cumberland, PA

120d • $150,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last seven years. Join the growing team at Significance, Inc. as a Data Scientist! This position requires an Active Secret clearance and offers a primarily remote schedule with occasional on-site work in New Cumberland, PA. The Data Scientist develops and validates AI/ML models to automate reconciliation, anomaly detection, and financial reporting in support of finance and audit priorities. Working within Advana Mercury, this role builds pipelines, integrates models with ERP systems, and ensures outputs meet audit requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in applied data science or advanced analytics.
• Hands-on development or integration experience within ADVANA or equivalent DoD platforms.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning libraries.
• Familiarity with ERP and financial data structures.
• Active Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to ADVANA’s Jupiter or Mercury enclaves, including data pipelines and dashboards.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, AWS GovCloud, or Azure Gov.
• Knowledge of audit processes, data, or inventory reconciliation.
• Understanding of LLMs, RAG workflows, or GenAI implementations.
• Experience supporting financial analysts or auditors in federal environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate AI/ML models to automate reconciliation, anomaly detection, and financial reporting.
• Build pipelines and integrate models with ERP systems.
• Ensure outputs meet audit requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and generous benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees