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SAIC

Financial Analyst

SAIC

. Own financial management and analysis functions within the Program Management Team .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeAshburn • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and contract management. Proficient in utilizing advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting within a federal contracting environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Financial AnalysisBudget ManagementTime & Materials (T&M) ContractsFirm-Fixed-Price (FFP) ContractsAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills
Financial ManagementBudgetingForecastingCost AllocationEAC DevelopmentETC Performance MetricsLabor ManagementMargin AnalysisRisk AssessmentInvoice Generation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
DatabasesSpreadsheetsReporting SoftwareCommunication Software
Industry Keywords
Federal Travel RegulationsGovernment ContractingProject ControlProgram Cost ManagementPublic Trust Position

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own financial management and analysis functions within the Program Management Team
  • Provide in-depth financial insights and support budget management and forecasting processes
  • Lead oversight of EAC and ETC, subcontractor financials, labor management, and other direct costs
  • Implement SAIC policies and procedures for proper contract setup
  • Liaise with the Program Manager on rate and budget information, utilization, and chargeability metrics
  • Price, model, and manage T&M and FFP contracts, including margin analysis and risk assessment
  • Facilitate internal and program control processes
  • Assist with EAC and ETC development, balance sheet analysis, and invoice generation
  • Explain monthly actuals variations
  • Analyze key metrics, support monthly financial reviews, engage teams, and advise Project Management on decisions
  • Input, edit, retrieve, format, and transmit reports and documents using databases, spreadsheets, communications, and other software

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting with 3–4 years of related experience
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting Time & Materials (T&M) and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts or task orders, including creating, tracking, and reporting ETC/EAC performance metrics
  • At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, project control, or program cost management within a federal, government contracting, or project-based environment
  • Minimum 1 year of experience reviewing and auditing travel expenses in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations
  • Strong understanding of financial principles and methodologies, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and cost allocation
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, macros, and advanced formulas
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to diverse audiences, including technical stakeholders
  • Ability to multitask efficiently and progressively as a team member and independently, and work comfortably in an ever-changing environment
  • Ability to obtain and hold a public trust position and favorable suitability based on a CBP Background Investigation
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be located in the northern Virginia area, specifically Ashburn, VA
  • Willingness and ability to report on-site to Ashburn, VA as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote work arrangement (primarily remote)
  • Equal Opportunity Employer