Mid-level Financial Analyst

Ignite Digital•San Diego, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Ignite Digital is seeking a Mid-level Financial Analyst to oversee and optimize financial planning, execution, and reporting for high-impact NAVWAR and PEO C4I programs. The role requires a strategic mindset and leadership presence, with responsibility for financial forecasting, data-driven decision support, and collaboration across functional and technical teams. The analyst will prepare and interpret complex financial reports, monitor spending and budget execution, maintain accurate execution reporting, and develop executive briefings. They will advise program leadership on financial strategies and risks, helping surface issues before they affect program outcomes. The position is onsite in San Diego, California, five days per week, with a salary of $80,000 or more depending on experience and education. 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 capability, including comfort with pivot tables, financial models, and scenario planning.
Demonstrated proficiency with financial systems and data integration tools, such as ERP systems or Business Intelligence platforms.
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.

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, providing strategic insights for leadership decisions.
Monitor and analyze program spending, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to maintain alignment 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.