Senior Financial Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Alexandria, VA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions Incorporated (MTSI), is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Financial Analyst to support OSW Research and Engineering (OSW R&E), Mission Capabilities (MC), Mission Engineering & Integration Activity (MEIA), with experience in fiscal program planning, financial management oversight, and budget analysis in support of large-scale defense programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in applying advanced financial modeling and data analytics to drive mission-critical decisions, ensure responsible stewardship of resources, and enhance program effectiveness. Work locations are in the Alexandria/DC metropolitan area.

Requirements

10 years of experience planning, Programming, Budget, & Execution (PPBE) Expertise
Experience with POM Cycle Activities and Briefing Preparation
Familiarity with Congressional Interactions and Staffer Briefings
Comprehensive knowledge of Appropriation & Fiscal Law
Hands-on experience with Acquisition of Services processes
Advanced proficiency in Forecasting & Cost Projections
Expertise in Financial & Program Analysis
Competence in Technical Proposal Evaluation
Capability in Strategic Planning for long-term organizational goals
Robust skills in Cost Baseline Management for monitoring and control
Experience with Multi-Project Management to align priorities
Proven ability in Operational Streamlining & Efficiency initiatives
Excellence in Records Management for compliance and organization
Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Office Suite
Active TS/SCI
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) activities across complex defense portfolios.
Develop, analyze, and manage multi-year funding strategies, cost projections, and program execution plans.
Provide oversight of active, expired, and canceling year funds; conduct reconciliations; and monitor execution to ensure compliance with fiscal policy and federal appropriations law.
Prepare high-quality executive briefings, decision papers, Congressional correspondence, and budget justification materials (e.g., R-Docs, P-Docs, Congressional Budget Justification Reports).
Support acquisition planning by preparing funding documents in systems such as DAI and assembling complete acquisition packages.
Conduct program, financial, and technical analyses to inform strategic planning and facilitate stakeholder decision-making.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders—often across multiple components—to resolve complex financial issues.
Evaluate proposals, support contracting activities, and ensure alignment with FAR, appropriation law, and agency-specific policies.
Drive operational efficiency through process improvements, SOP development, and workflow optimization.
Create and maintain tools, reports, and dashboards using Power BI and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Provide comprehensive management and oversight for defense program budgets exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars, ensuring accurate resource allocation and financial stewardship.
Synthesize complex financial data into actionable insights and recommendations, supporting strategic decision-making and operational alignment.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication with senior leaders and decision-makers.
Identify, propose, and implement process improvements to enhance organizational operations, achieve cost savings, and streamline workflows.
Leverage extensive experience supporting organizations such as the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Air Force, DARPA, DoD Components, or other national security entities to achieve mission-critical objectives.