Financial Analyst (Analysis & Reporting)

U.S. Marine Corps•Quantico, VA

17h

About The Position

This position is located in the Resource Management (MRF) Nonappropriated Financial Analysis and Reporting Section (NAF FAR). The incumbent works with other FAR staff to learn the role and complete deliverables, applying generally accepted accounting procedures. At the NF-3 pay level, duties are performed under close supervision. Advancement to NF-4 requires meeting the minimum NF-4 qualifications, at least two years of employment as an NF-3, and a supervisor recommendation. The role assists the NAF FAR section with professional accounting and budgetary oversight of Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) Nonappropriated Funds (NAF) programs. It collaborates with program and support managers and Finance Branch staff to research, analyze, and resolve complex accounting, budgeting, and financial-management issues, and to identify team-based solutions and process efficiencies. Decisions are coordinated with affected parties before implementation so managers can participate in and support new processes and procedures. Under the direct supervision of the NAF FAR Senior Manager, the incumbent prepares financial analyses of Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities (NAFIs) and cost centers; researches and prepares routine and ad-hoc reports comparing results with budgets and historical years; provides standard budget-execution reports; conducts internal financial reviews and special studies; and assists with annual reporting to internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent also develops knowledge of MCCS and the financial policies specific to its operations. The position emphasizes courteous, friendly customer service, prompt problem-solving, and escalating issues when needed. Employees must follow safety standards and report hazards, injuries, occupational illnesses, and property damage, and support EEO principles and prevention of sexual harassment. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a white-collar position that may occasionally require lifting up to 20 pounds.

Requirements

Three years of experience demonstrating knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, accounting theories, practices, methods, and techniques sufficient to perform varied assignments independently and advise managers on accounting and financial matters.
Ability to apply budget-formulation principles and practices and understand the relationship between accounting and budgeting systems.
Skill using computers, electronic communications, and spreadsheet analysis.
Skill in analyzing accounting systems or adapting conventional accounting and analytical techniques and procedures to solve accounting problems.
Skill gathering, assembling, consolidating, and analyzing financial data, drawing conclusions, and recommending process improvements.
Effective oral and written communication skills sufficient to prepare reports and guidance, brief on complex or controversial topics, and maintain effective relationships and collaborate with management at various levels.
Ability to resolve issues or problems and provide advice and assistance.
Applicable education may be substituted for experience.
Ability to perform assigned responsibilities under the direct supervision of the NAF FAR Senior Manager.
Must meet the minimum NF-4 qualifications, have at least two years of employment as an NF-3, and receive a supervisor recommendation to advance to NF-4.

Responsibilities

Assist with professional accounting and budgetary oversight of MCCS Nonappropriated Funds programs.
Collaborate with program and support managers and Finance Branch staff to research, analyze, and resolve accounting, budgeting, and financial-management issues.
Communicate with staff to develop team-based solutions and improve financial-process efficiency.
Coordinate decisions with affected parties before implementing new processes and procedures.
Prepare financial analyses of NAFIs and their cost centers using financial statements, budgets, historical data, and research.
Research, analyze, and provide routine and ad-hoc reports comparing NAF results with budgets and historical years.
Provide standard budget-execution reports to program and support managers.
Conduct internal financial reviews and special financial studies and analyses as required.
Assist with annual reporting requirements for internal and external stakeholders.
Provide courteous customer service, solve problems promptly, and alert a supervisor or appropriate contact when assistance is needed.
Follow safety regulations and report workplace hazards, injuries, occupational illnesses, and property damage.
Support EEO principles and the prevention of sexual harassment.
Perform other related duties as assigned.