Financial Systems Analyst
About The Position
The Financial Systems Analyst supports a Navy client with financial management across departments, programs, and projects. The role includes budget development, financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and risk assessment to support informed decisions, identify cost savings and process improvements, and promote effective financial planning and resource management. The analyst works with Financial Managers to manage resources and funding, supports financial and planning documentation, and uses government-approved systems such as Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (N-ERP) and other Navy financial databases. The role also includes preparing financial reports and executive summaries, conducting modeling and analysis, coordinating funding actions with stakeholders, and applying DoD financial regulations and NSWC-specific guidance. Travel of approximately 10% is required.
Requirements
- Active Secret clearance.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- Three years of experience providing financial management support in a U.S. Navy environment.
- Experience with Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (N-ERP).
- Basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Strong time management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- Approximately 10% travel required.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) certification.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Financial Managers to manage resources and associated data, execute required funding, and track funding.
- Support financial and planning documentation across applicable program portfolios.
- Provide inputs to DoD program and Financial Manager data calls and documentation.
- Build financial management strategies and actionable plans to help clients secure and manage funding for program goals.
- Enter, extract, and manipulate financial data in N-ERP and other Navy financial databases.
- Perform financial systems data entry and maintenance to support accurate obligation, execution, and reconciliation of funds.
- Track budgets, costs, variances, and funding status across multiple funding types.
- Prepare and analyze monthly execution performance reports; respond to ad hoc reporting requests and conduct variance analyses.
- Conduct financial modeling, forecasting, and cost-benefit analyses to assess program tradeoffs and alternative funding approaches.
- Prepare and review budget estimates, funding documentation, and financial reports for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with procedures, regulations, and objectives.
- Research past and current budget plans and economic and programmatic developments to inform planning and recommendations.
- Develop and present executive-level financial summaries and data visualizations using tools such as Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Power BI.
- Coordinate financial activities across internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution of funding actions.
- Interpret and apply financial management principles, DoD financial regulations, and NSWC-specific guidance.
- Propose courses of action and strategic recommendations to address financial challenges and support decision-making.
- Provide bid and proposal support if requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Professional development funding.
- Education reimbursement.
- Online learning opportunities.
- Potential eligibility for performance bonuses and other rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
