Job Description
Position: Financial Analyst Location: East Orange, NJ (AHBPCE – Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence)
Work Environment: Primarily remote, with possible on-site work at NJ WRIISC/AHBPCE as needed
Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award
Knowesis is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to support the VHA Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE). This role is critical in providing financial planning, analysis, and reporting that guide strategic decisions for resource allocation, program planning, and operational effectiveness.
The Financial Analyst will prepare reports, track expenses, conduct financial modeling, and provide data-driven recommendations to senior leadership. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial data to both technical and non-financial stakeholders.
To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security requirements.
The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Conduct variance analysis comparing actual performance against budget/forecast, highlighting trends and deviations.
- Assist in financial projections and forecasts to support program goals.
- Develop financial models to assess funding trends, cost-saving initiatives, and long-term resource planning.
- Conduct analyses to evaluate profitability, cost structures, and efficiency of program operations.
- Support strategic decision-making with scenario-based financial insights.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
- Support financial audits and respond to auditor inquiries.
- Identify and mitigate potential financial risks.
- Present financial data in clear, concise formats to leadership and external stakeholders.
- Act as a resource for cross-functional teams, providing financial expertise to support projects.
- Recommend enhancements to financial systems, tools, and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Continuously evaluate workflows to identify and implement improvements.
- Maintain required VHA training, including VA Privacy, Security Awareness, and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field (minimum)
- At least one (1) year of professional experience in financial analysis, purchasing, or expense tracking
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to synthesize complex data
- Proficiency in financial reporting, forecasting, and modeling
- Favorable background check
Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
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