Financial Analyst - Federal Financial Mgmt

Empirical Corporation • Washington, DC

8h • $90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Empirical is seeking a Financial Analyst to support a high-visibility federal financial management, data quality, and audit readiness mission. This role offers the opportunity to directly strengthen the accuracy, transparency, and reliability of a major federal program’s financial and operational data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field (required).
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting federal budget or financial management operations.
• Demonstrated experience applying U.S. GAAP, OMB Circular A-123, and GAO Green Book.
• Experience with federal financial systems such as UFMS, G-Invoicing, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify anomalies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to prepare audit-ready, traceable documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal background investigation or security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting working capital funds, enterprise funds, or reimbursable programs (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and budget support for federal program operations.
• Develop cash flow projections, investment income analyses, and financial models for program funds.
• Support allocation tracking for Reimbursable Agreements.
• Perform variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial performance reporting.
• Conduct expenditure review activities, including analytical review and risk identification.
• Support invoice processing workflows in G-Invoicing and UFMS, including validation, routing, tracking, and reconciliation.
• Monitor and reconcile agency allocations for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and briefings for senior leadership.
• Support internal controls testing and compliance activities aligned with OMB Circular A-123, GAO Green Book, and federal financial management standards.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of financial SOPs, process improvements, and modernization initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs for outstanding achievements.
• Additional compensation opportunities, including employee referrals and business development bonuses.
• Generous paid time off – 11 paid holidays and vacation/personal/sick day PTO.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Matching 401k Retirement Plan.
• Reimbursement for certification exams, CPE, other education opportunities, and professional association membership dues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level