Financial Operations Analyst (Senior, JourneyMan, Junior Levels)

Financial Operations Analyst (Senior, JourneyMan, Junior Levels) Location: National Capital Region, with potential on-site work at the Pentagon or other Government facilities (15% on-site, 85% remote) Clearance: US Citizen - Must be eligible for government clearance Job Summary We are seeking skilled Financial Operations Analysts at varying levels (Senior, Journeyman, and Junior) to join our team. The ideal candidates will have experience in Navy Financial Management (FM) and an understanding of how Navy FM operations impact financial statement audits. Additionally, knowledge and experience with SAP S/4HANA will be a crucial asset as it plays a significant role in optimizing financial processes, reporting, and integration within ERP systems. As a Financial Operations Analyst, you will work closely with clients to provide financial analysis, budgeting, and operational support, with a strong focus on SAP S/4HANA integration in the federal government context. Our client is a boutique consulting firm that employs professionals with unique skill sets to support the federal government with strategic execution, financial process enablement, IT systems, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementation. What You Will Do Collaborate with stakeholders to support financial operations projects, from budgeting and financial analysis to reporting and compliance, with a strong emphasis on SAP S/4HANA and Navy FM processes. Engage in tasks related to financial data analysis, forecasting, and performance optimization, particularly in the context of SAP S/4HANA and Navy financial statement audits. Participate in the design and implementation of financial processes and systems that contribute to overall business objectives, ensuring alignment with Navy FM requirements and SAP S/4HANA integration. Responsibilities General Responsibilities (Applicable to All Levels): Analyze Navy-specific financial data, processes, and requirements to provide insights and recommendations for improved financial performance, including SAP S/4HANA integration, audit readiness, and compliance. Support financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting activities while ensuring alignment with Navy FM goals, SAP S/4HANA standards, and compliance with government regulations. Coordinate with clients to understand Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA requirements, providing solutions that support overall strategies, including financial statement audits. Level-Specific Responsibilities: Senior Level (Financial Ops Senior Analyst): Lead complex financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting activities, with an emphasis on Navy FM operations and SAP S/4HANA integration's impact on financial audits. Provide advanced financial expertise and strategic guidance to support decision-making and financial planning processes, especially in Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA contexts. Mentor and guide junior team members, providing training and support to enhance their skills in SAP S/4HANA-related financial analysis. Engage with high-level stakeholders to present insights, forecasts, and recommendations related to Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA. JourneyMan Level (Financial Ops JourneyMan Analyst): Conduct intermediate-level financial analysis supporting Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA-related budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities. Assist in gathering and analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights related to Navy financial statement audits and SAP S/4HANA. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and decision-making within the Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA framework. Junior Level (Financial Ops Junior Analyst): Provide support for financial analysis tasks, including data entry, report preparation, and basic budgeting activities, with exposure to SAP S/4HANA integration. Assist senior team members in gathering financial data, preparing reports, and analyzing trends related to SAP S/4HANA implementation and Navy FM. Learn and adapt to financial systems and processes, including SAP S/4HANA, to support overall financial operations. Qualifications Financial Ops Senior Analyst Qualifications: Experience: Minimum six (6) years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related financial operations, with direct experience in Navy Financial Management highly preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (Additional 2 years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement). Skills: Proven expertise in Navy FM financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and SAP S/4HANA integration. Advanced knowledge of Navy financial regulations, standards, and compliance requirements, particularly as they relate to financial statement audits and SAP S/4HANA. Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and leading financial teams. Financial Ops JourneyMan Analyst Qualifications: Experience: Minimum three (3) years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related financial operations, including SAP S/4HANA. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (Additional 2 years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement). Skills: Intermediate understanding of Navy FM and SAP S/4HANA processes, analysis, budgeting, and reporting. Ability to gather and analyze financial data, providing insights and recommendations, especially concerning SAP S/4HANA and Navy FM audits. Effective communication and documentation skills. Financial Ops Junior Analyst Qualifications: Experience: Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related financial operations, ideally including Navy FM exposure. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (Additional 2 years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement). Skills: Basic understanding of financial processes, data entry, and analysis techniques ideally including some exposure to Navy Financial Management Willingness to learn and adapt to new financial systems and reporting tools. Ability to support senior staff in documentation, report preparation, and financial analysis.. Benefits: Health Care: Family Health Care (54% cost covered for the entire family) Dental & Vision: Family Dental and Vision (54% cost covered for the entire family) Flexible Spending Account Overutilization Bonuses for Time and Materials (T&M) contracts Lifetime Event Bonuses (e.g., child marriage) Profit-sharing Arrangement for any work brought into the company Unlimited Leave with Approval 401k: 100% employer match on the first 4% invested $1000 Training Budget Work Authorization/Clearance: US Citizen; Must be able to obtain and maintain government clearance.