Mid-level Financial Analyst

Ignite Digital•San Diego, CA

2h•$80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ignite Digital is seeking a Mid Financial Analyst to oversee and optimize financial planning, execution, and reporting for high-impact NAVWAR and PEO C4I programs. The role calls for a strategic mindset and leadership presence, with responsibility for leading financial forecasting, guiding decisions with data-driven insights, and collaborating across functional and technical teams. The analyst will prepare and interpret complex financial reports, monitor program spending, maintain accurate execution reporting, and create executive briefings that turn financial data into actionable information. The role also serves as a financial advisor to program leadership, identifying risks and surfacing issues before they affect program outcomes. The position is based onsite in San Diego, California, five days per week. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration.
At least 5 years of experience in financial management, including 3 or more years supporting NAVWAR or DoD programs.
Microsoft Excel capabilities, including comfort with pivot tables, financial models, and scenario planning.
Demonstrated proficiency with financial systems and data integration tools, such as ERP systems and Business Intelligence platforms.
A track record in strategic planning, risk analysis, and budget execution for complex federal programs.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate technical or operational risks into financial language.
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams with a high level of autonomy.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information following a government security investigation.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD SECRET clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
Knowledge of DoD PPBE processes and the federal appropriations lifecycle.
Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI or similar reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Support preparation of complex monthly financial reports using standardized processes and templates, and provide strategic insights to inform leadership decisions.
Monitor and analyze program spending, identify variances proactively, and recommend corrective actions to keep spending aligned with financial targets.
Own and maintain execution reporting, ensuring accuracy across labor rosters, burn rates, and multiple budget lines.
Develop executive-level slide decks and tailored briefings that synthesize financial data into actionable intelligence for stakeholders.
Advise program leadership on risk-informed financial strategies and surface issues before they affect program outcomes.