Financial Data Analyst (supporting NOAA)

ASRC Federal•Silver Spring, MD

23h•$105,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal, a leading government contractor, is seeking a Financial Data Analyst to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Silver Spring, MD. This is an onsite position where the candidate will join an existing government and contractor team. The role involves providing data modeling and analysis support to NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data and Information Service (NESDIS). NESDIS is responsible for providing secure and timely access to global environmental data and information from satellites and other sources to protect national security, environment, economy, and quality of life. The candidate will support the NESDIS Office of the Chief Financial Officer and various program offices and data centers, including major satellite programs like GOES-R and JPSS. The primary focus will be on data analysis, data modeling, and acquisition support, including tracking contract acquisition data, building financial data models and forecasting tools, and creating dashboards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree plus at least 5 years’ experience in data/acquisition modeling
Proven experience in data and/or acquisition modelling
Extensive knowledge of Google Sheets is required
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize and analyze large amounts of complex data
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Strong interpersonal skills, including customer service skills, to properly manage customer expectations and respond to customer requests
Ability to communicate effectively in group meetings, knowing when to speak up versus deferring to management
Work proactively to anticipate management’s questions and meet their needs before being asked

Nice To Haves

Experience with NOAA reporting tools (Tableau, Oracle, Smartsheets, PRISM) is preferred
Experience with government financial systems and terminology is preferred.
Passion for the NOAA mission, a plus.

Responsibilities

Collecting and analyzing financial data to track contract acquisition data, obligations, etc.
Developing financial models and forecasting tools to support planning and decision-making
Working closely with cross-functional teams to identify key drivers and trends that may impact performance
Creating dashboards and visualizations to track and communicate insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
Conducting ad-hoc financial analyses and presenting findings to inform business decisions
Identifying opportunities for process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis