PPBE Financial Analyst - US Army Support

WisEngineering•Dover, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

WisEngineering, LLC is currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Financial Analyst to support a key government program at the DEVCOM Armaments Center (AC) at Picatinny Arsenal! We are looking for an analytical professional who brings a strong blend of financial processing, cost analysis, and expertise in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) lifecycle. This fully on-site role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to financial management, program analysis, and cost optimization within a fast-paced government contracting environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong foundational accounting skills, high analytical aptitude, expert-level Excel capabilities, and a proven track record of managing program funds and budgets. If you are an approachable, collaborative fast-learner who thrives on solving complex funding issues, we want to talk to you. Note: Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense (limited relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related business field.
3–5 years of professional, post-degree financial analysis, budget tracking, or accounting experience.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of the DoD PPBE process, including budget formulation, justification, and execution.
Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills (macros, formulas, data manipulation, and forecasting techniques) and strong quantitative/qualitative analytical skills.
High learning agility, exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and an easy-going, cooperative temperament focused on team harmony.
Hands-on experience with ERP/Accounting Software (QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED (No exceptions)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance

Responsibilities

Actively participate in the PPBE process, providing robust qualitative and quantitative analysis of program effectiveness.
Track and monitor program funds, evaluate budget justifications, and ensure accurate fund execution.
Perform deep-dive variance analysis, financial forecasting, and budget reviews.
Generate custom reports for management, assessing customer funding availability and overall financial health.
Provide cost analysis support for evaluating cost estimates and trade studies.
Develop models for Economic Analyses (EAs), Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs), and Business Case Analyses (BCAs).
Manage unliquidated obligations (ULOs), track open commitments, process disbursements, and monitor daily financial transactions to maintain audit readiness.
Develop and maintain advanced Microsoft Excel tools (including pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas) to streamline reporting and synthesize large financial datasets.
Utilize Department of Defense financial systems to prepare, analyze, and update financial documentation.
Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and resolve complex billing or funding data errors.
Work closely with cross-functional team members, program managers, and government staff to ensure accurate reporting, smooth operational workflows, and the documentation of program milestones.