OVERVIEW:

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.

SPECIFIC JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Project Financial Analyst will work in a collaborative environment with the Program Advisory Group (PAG).

• Build, maintain, and manage project baselines and forecasts (Estimates-to-Complete/Estimates-at-Completion)
• Generate financial status reports and/or charts to meet contractual financial reporting requirements (e.g. monthly status report, etc.)
• Advise program manager (PM) of project financial status as compared to various baseline expectations
• Monitor project performance to ensure accuracy of revenue and costs
• Assist in the invoice approval process by reviewing project and subcontractor invoices and recommending corrective actions when necessary
• Advise program managers how different operational decisions and forecast scenarios can affect contract revenue, profit, subcontractor funding, and backlog on projects
• Understand contract requirements as discussed at internal kick-off meeting; validate resulting project setup.
• Assist in developing standard templates, reports and processes
• Perform ad hoc reports and analysis as required
• Recommend process improvement and implement automation where possible to improve team effectiveness and speed of reporting.
• Acts as a liaison between operations and other administrative support organizations on financial issues.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn
• Skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communication
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

EDUCATION & YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors + 1 year experience or equivalent

DISCLAIMER:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.org.

ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.