Financial Analyst - FED

Boston Consulting Group•Washington, DC

2d•$82,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the FED finance team, the Financial Analyst will focus on the FED finance client commercial support activities. This individual will provide analysis and reporting to assist in managing case budgets and key performance metrics, and understand drivers of the FED finance business to assist with decision support. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver who thrives in a fast paced environment, pivoting calmly with multiple priorities and interrelated complex topics. Specific duties include: Client Service and Support: Support financial analysis Provide Government client support, with particular emphasis on finance and accounting regulation and compliance Lead the government invoicing databases as required Understand contracts for proper structure setup and communication to stakeholders Manage case budget and Days sales outstanding with stakeholders Provide budget analysis, fees and expense forecasting and estimates-to-complete as required Manage accounts receivable / collections on specific clients Support Client development managers on reporting, ad hoc as needed Lead reporting, analysis and performance management for the public sector in North America Support client contracting repository with focus on risk mitigation Reporting and Analysis for local office: Prepare financial reports and analysis to support US FED client business objectives Assist in the development and/or update of financial policies to comply with Contractual requirements or as related to public sector policies, procedures and other requirements. FP&A and Accounting: Evolve and play role in BCG FED and public sector cost and Statutory Reporting Support case code accounting both financially and systemically Work with US General Ledger team and Global Accounting & Control to ensure any I/C corrections are implemented

Requirements

US citizenship and eligible for US government security clearance
Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or Science.
A minimum of 2 years of finance-related experience
Proven expertise in Excel modelling, analytics and Powerpoint
Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and judgment
Proactive, self-starter with a high level of initiative and resourcefulness
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to effectively multi-task, make tradeoffs, take initiative, and prioritize within a fast-paced, demanding environment
Collaborative team-player with strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to cooperate with people at all levels and build positive, lasting relationships
Creates positive and productive work environment and values contribution of others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Conscientiousness, attention to detail, and attentiveness to accuracy
Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude
Commitment to improving and learning new topics and skills; receptive to feedback
Ability to structure, plan, manage, and prioritize projects effectively
Responsiveness, initiative, and orientation toward service and business needs
This role does require you to “roll up your sleeves” and play an active role to make change happen; flexing to ensure we’re focusing on the highest value opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Public Sector (Fed, State, Local) or Defense Contracting environment is a plus
Experience in professional services environment a plus
Experience with AI tools, SAP, Tableau, or Alteryx

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a wide variety of business partners, including commercial finance team, system finance, regional / global finance, practice areas, and others
Work closely with BCG FED public sector Contracts team to support contractual reporting requirements
Complete ad hoc financial analysis as needed in a timely manner
Ensure case financials are accurately projected and provide all necessary deliverables for case management
Support financial analysis
Provide Government client support, with particular emphasis on finance and accounting regulation and compliance
Lead the government invoicing databases as required
Understand contracts for proper structure setup and communication to stakeholders
Manage case budget and Days sales outstanding with stakeholders
Provide budget analysis, fees and expense forecasting and estimates-to-complete as required
Manage accounts receivable / collections on specific clients
Support Client development managers on reporting, ad hoc as needed
Lead reporting, analysis and performance management for the public sector in North America
Support client contracting repository with focus on risk mitigation
Prepare financial reports and analysis to support US FED client business objectives
Assist in the development and/or update of financial policies to comply with Contractual requirements or as related to public sector policies, procedures and other requirements.
Evolve and play role in BCG FED and public sector cost and Statutory Reporting
Support case code accounting both financially and systemically
Work with US General Ledger team and Global Accounting & Control to ensure any I/C corrections are implemented

Benefits

Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package
Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children
Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs
Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits
Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually
Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities
Fully vested retirement contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan
Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement
Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)
Paid sick time on as needed basis