Government Financial Analyst

Torch Technologies•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a motivated Government Financial Analyst to support and work directly on-site with a government customer. The analyst will provide expert-level budget formulation, planning, execution, and financial management support to a Department of the Army organization, serving as a principal advisor to senior leadership on resource management, Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development, budget execution, funding analysis, and fiscal planning. The role leads financial planning efforts, develops strategic funding recommendations, and coordinates with government leadership to steward resources in support of organizational priorities. The analyst also serves as a financial subject matter expert and trusted advisor, provides technical guidance and mentorship to staff, and supports strategic resource planning, portfolio assessments, and organizational financial reviews. The position is full-time and on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, with 0–10% travel. Relocation assistance is not available. The position is not contingent upon a contract award.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; additional years of directly applicable experience may be considered in place of the degree.
At least 5 years of experience in financial management, budget planning, or a related field.
Active Secret clearance.
Comprehensive knowledge of Department of Defense budgeting and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes.
Extensive experience with POM development and resource planning.
Advanced knowledge of DoD appropriated funds management.
Strong understanding of RDT&E, OMA, and other appropriated funding categories.
Proficiency with financial systems, particularly cPROBE and GFEBS.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues and maintain positive working relationships.
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and with government customers.

Nice To Haves

Experience briefing senior-level leadership.
Experience supporting Department of War or Army financial management organizations.
Experience leading budget formulation, execution, and resource planning activities.
Experience pulling funds status reports and processing Purchase Requests in GFEBS.
Experience coordinating executive-level financial reviews and portfolio assessments.
Demonstrated success serving as a senior financial advisor to organizational leadership.
Experience mentoring financial analysts and leading high-performing teams.
Familiarity with the Army Vantage system.
Proficiency in reporting and modeling data using Microsoft Power BI.

Responsibilities

Lead development, coordination, review, validation, and prioritization of POM requirements across multiple appropriations and fiscal years.
Analyze RDT&E and OMA funding requirements to identify resource gaps, funding sufficiency, and program impacts.
Prepare executive-level budget analyses, decision papers, and briefings for senior leadership, headquarters staff, and stakeholders.
Conduct funding risk assessments and recommend actions that evaluate operational impacts associated with resource shortfalls.
Develop and implement annual budget planning processes, including validating funding requirements, prioritizing resources, developing allocation strategies, and preparing monthly spend plans.
Monitor budget execution throughout the fiscal year and recommend ways to optimize funding while complying with applicable financial regulations and policies.
Serve as the organization's financial subject matter expert and trusted advisor on budget formulation, execution, financial planning, and resource management.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to financial analysts and other staff members.
Coordinate with government leadership, program managers, and functional organizations to identify funding requirements, resolve financial issues, and support mission objectives.
Lead or support strategic resource planning initiatives, portfolio assessments, and organizational financial reviews.
Maintain relationships with government customers and stakeholders and provide timely, accurate, actionable financial recommendations.
Prepare and deliver briefings to senior executives, leadership teams, and decision-makers on budget status, funding requirements, financial risks, and recommended actions.
Improve financial management processes by identifying efficiencies, implementing best practices, and enhancing budget planning methodologies.