Financial Analyst, Senior - Financial Management Support

Financial Analyst, Senior – Financial Management Support (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution)
Client: Department of Defense (DoD)
Quantity: 2
Clearance Required: SECRET
Location : Mark Center, Alexandria, Virginia

Position Overview
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking highly qualified Senior Financial Analysts to provide Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) and financial management support to the Resource Management Directorate (RMD) within ASD(S) and ASD(EI&E). This role requires expertise in the DoD budget cycle, financial execution processes, cost assessment, and the development of high-quality financial documentation in support of DoD leadership.
The contractor will deliver objective analysis, research, and strategic recommendations that enable RMD to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and better support the 21st-century warfighter. Responsibilities
Contractor staff in these positions shall provide support as follows:

• PPBE and Budget Support
  • Assist in developing the Program Objectives Memorandum (POM) and Budget Estimate Submission (BES) , including change/budget proposals, issue nominations, and detailed justification material (R-Forms, P-Forms, etc.).
  • Prepare documentation supporting the DoD PPBE process, including RDT&E Descriptive Summaries (R1/R4), Budget Issue Papers, and Program Decision Memorandum support documentation.
  • Provide PPBE assessments, briefings, and analysis throughout the budget cycle.
  • Prepare and participate in Mid-Year Reviews and other PPBE meetings.
• Financial Execution & Oversight
  • Monitor DoD program execution, including funding release documentation, obligation/disbursement tracking, and expenditure documentation.
  • Follow up on the distribution of funds and maintain oversight of obligation and disbursement rates.
  • Establish and monitor metrics to measure the value of DoD programs.
  • Prepare reports and briefings analyzing financial and budgetary trends for DoD senior leadership.
• Process Improvement & Systems Support
  • Assist in identifying baseline financial processes and designing target financial/business processes to improve mission and cost effectiveness.
  • Work with information systems managers to leverage financial systems and reports to enhance budget formulation, execution, and monitoring.
  • Develop and deliver reports, briefings, and data calls to support senior leadership decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: Active SECRET clearance.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (preferred in Business Management, Finance, or Accounting). Degree requirement may be waived with significant recent and relevant experience.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of five (5) years of direct DoD PPBE experience, preferably with the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or Military Department Headquarters level.
  • Knowledge of DoD funding disbursement processes and PPBE procedures.
  • Familiarity with DoD acquisition and budget processes and procedures.
  • Knowledge of DoD organization and structure, including the research and development structure of the Services and Combatant Commands.
  • Experience proofreading, coordinating, and developing DoD financial documentation.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Experience with Defense Agency Initiative (DAI) including OBIEE and Hyperion.
  • Familiarity with Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), G-Invoicing, and Dormant Account Review Quarterly (DAR-Q) .
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to conduct cost analysis and financial forecasting.
• Skills:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to explain financial issues to both technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience with OSD-level financial management processes.
• Prior experience developing financial documents for DoD senior leadership.

About NIS
NIS is an IT and Management consulting company and is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.  

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation), commuter benefits, an employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement, as well as pet insurance.

Nationwide IT Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status.