Junior Excel Financial Model Analyst (TANTUS)

Sikich • Columbia, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Sikich is seeking an Excel Financial Model Analyst to support budgeting, financial analysis, and executive-level reporting for our federal client. This role is ideal for someone with strong Excel fundamentals, exceptional attention to detail, and a desire to grow into more advanced modeling, automation, and VBA-enabled enhancements over time.

Requirements

• Must be willing to work on site in Washington, DC.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experienced building and maintaining spreadsheets
• High attention to detail and strong quality-control instincts
• Basic understanding of federal budgeting concepts preferred and willingness to learn federal financial analysis
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to expand Excel and budgeting skills over time

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multi-sheet models, pivot tables, lookups, and larger datasets
• Familiarity with array formulas, advanced conditional formatting, and data validation logic
• Foundational programming experience or interest in learning VBA for Excel
• Experience designing dashboards or analytical outputs for executive audiences
• Microsoft Office Specialist (Excel Associate or Expert)
• Introductory financial analysis or budgeting certifications (e.g., FMVA foundations, CDFM modules)
• Coursework or certification demonstrating programming fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Maintain existing Excel spreadsheets and build new, straightforward spreadsheets as needed
• Perform routine updates such as adding new projects, CAN numbers, and adjusting reference tables
• Follow established business processes and data flows using a basic understanding of budgeting concepts
• Ensure high accuracy and quality control in all spreadsheet updates
• Collaborate in a team environment where each person contributes to client needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance options
• Wellness programs
• Flexible time off policy
• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Eleven (11) paid holidays annually
• Robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed