Financial Analyst SME

SAIC is seeking a Financial Analyst SME and Team Lead to support the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office portfolio within the OUSW(R&E) Resources Directorate in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and mentor daily team activities, including work performed by subcontractors.
• Collaborate with team members and provide assistance as needed to address gaps in execution.
• Deliver expert guidance, advice, and support to the government lead and other Directorate personnel.
• Support development of R&E deliverables including the Program Objectives Memorandum (POM), Budget Estimate Submission for R&E, monthly reports, and spend plan status.
• Manage internal R&E budget reviews and change or budget proposals.
• Manage and review budget submission entries in Excel and applicable databases.
• Develop and review detailed budget justification materials (including R-Forms and P-Forms).
• Monitor and support DoW program execution, including submission of required documentation for release of funding.
• Follow up on distribution of funding; monitor obligation and disbursement rates for funded projects; and document annual expenditures.
• Assist with PPBE process documentation, including (as applicable) Research and Development Descriptive Summary (R1-R4), Program and Budget Issue Papers, and support materials for the Program Decision Memorandum.
• Process financial and budgetary actions in the DAI system and related databases.
• Assist OUSW(R&E) in identifying baseline financial processes and designing target financial and business processes and procedures.
• Prepare analysis and evaluation of program and operational effectiveness, including financial and budgetary trend analysis.
• Prepare documents and briefings for DoW leadership review and use.
• Review required funding documentation for approved OUSW(R&E) projects.
• Prepare for and participate in Mid-Year Reviews and other PPBE meetings as required.
• Support audit readiness and related documentation.
• Execute and follow up on all budgetary data calls.

Requirements

• Active SECRET clearance.
• TS/SCI preferred; ability to obtain TS/SCI is required to maintain employment.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, or finance with at least 15 years of experience; OR Master’s degree with 13 years of experience.
• Direct and significant experience utilizing DAI.
• Experience supporting Senior DoW leadership.
• Experience supporting senior financial management and budget execution.
• Experience leading and directing a diverse team to high-performance outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Work, Access, and Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Required Technologies

• Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI)
• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• PowerPoint
• Work
• Access

Location, Schedule, and Travel

• Location: Alexandria, VA, US
• Work setup: 100% on-site in Alexandria, VA
• Schedule: Full-time, Day Job
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Compensation

• Target salary range: USD 160,001 - 200,000 per yearly