The Program Financial Analyst I supports service delivery and completes work activities with direct supervision. They assist in the planning, tracking, and reporting of performance on well-defined and specific tasks under a contract. They will interact with the Contract Program Manager, Project Manager(s), and take direction from either a Mid or Sr Financial Analyst (this alignment depends on what they are specifically supporting – TDL/project level or contract). They may interact with other internal functional organizations such as Contracts, Subcontracts, Corporate Finance, and Procurement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with updating project spend plans and proposed project plans with labor and non-labor cost (Travel, Material, ODC’s).
- Run cost and manpower reports on a weekly basis ensuring checking charges are to the correct job number and updating associated spend plans with new detail concerning the latest cost information. Help identify inaccurate charges and prepare cost transfers (adjustment voucher/general ledger update) as required.
- Draft and route for approvals all contract/subcontractor RIP(s)/TAR(s) forms. Update trackers, contracting portal and SharePoint to help monitor status of RIP(s)/TAR(s). Verify funds are available to cover RIP/TAR.
- Assist with reconciliations of Travel, Material purchases against approved RIP/TAR and against Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
- Support accounts receivable as required during the billing processing (i.e. Review TDL edit file and ensure costs that will be billed are accurate and allowable against the TDL).
- Monitor TDL and manpower cost on a weekly basis ensuring that actuals are within budget and charged to the correct job number. Process incorrect cost transfers as required.
- Ensure cost reporting documentation is correct by performing TDL analytical review and arithmetic checks.
- Possession of excellent organization skills.
- Ability to build relationships across functional teams and internal Business Partners.
Required Skills:
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and SharePoint.
- Possession of excellent oral and written communications skills.
- Clearable, if required based on contractual requirement.
Required Experience:
- High School Diploma
Highly Desirable Skills:
- 2-3 years of experience in an office setting
- Experience and Knowledge with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) rules and guidelines.
- Prior DOD Contracting Experience
US citizenship required for work under DOD contract
Application Deadline August 1, 2025
The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
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