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American Institutes for Research · 13 hours ago

Financial Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$94K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research. The Financial Analyst will support government contracting work by delivering financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive organizational success and ensure compliance with regulations.

EducationNon Profit

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support government contracts, including budget preparation, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling

Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and implement strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals

Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making and long-term growth

Monitor and manage contract costs to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and contractual requirements

Conduct cost-benefit analyses and identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvements

Ensure compliance with government regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies by staying current on regulatory updates and implementing necessary changes

Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation, addressing findings promptly, and implementing corrective actions as needed

Support in contract negotiations and review financial terms and conditions to ensure favorable outcomes for the organization

Evaluate potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect financial interests

Work closely with project managers, contract administrators, and other collaborators to provide financial expertise and guidance throughout the contract lifecycle

Foster strong relationships and enhance collaboration and engagement to achieve shared objectives

Qualification

Financial analysisGovernment contractingBudgetingForecastingFinancial management systemsCost accounting standardsAnalytical toolsMicrosoft 365Communication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years' experience in financial analysis, ideally within government contracting

Strong knowledge of government contracting principles, regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS), and cost accounting standards

Experience with financial management systems such as Deltek and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365

Effective communicator with the ability to engage across all organizational levels and diverse backgrounds, particularly in virtual settings, and present financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Skilled at juggling multiple priorities and adapting to team dynamics while meeting deadlines independently and collaboratively

Exceptional analytical and strategic problem-solving abilities, with a proven ability to analyze complex financial data and deliver data-driven insights that support informed decision-making

Strong proficiency in financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, with expertise in financial analysis tools and techniques

Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance, ensuring high standards of integrity and reliability

Proficient in using standard Microsoft 365 (including OneDrive, SharePoint, Excel (advanced), Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat Pro

Hands-on experience with financial systems and analytical tools such as Costpoint 8+, Cognos, Tableau, and Power BI

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis