Principal Financial Analyst

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

The Principal Financial Analyst serves as a key member of the Business Unit Finance team, providing strategic financial support and guidance to business and project leadership. This role partners across the organization to support sound financial decision‑making, project execution, new business opportunities, and overall business performance.

Primary areas of responsibility include Business Partnership and Advisory, Business Financial Services, Compliance and Governance, and Education and Growth.

The Principal Financial Analyst works independently, applies advanced financial and project controls knowledge, and manages complex assignments within demanding and time‑sensitive business environments.

• Independently provides expertise in Project Controls and Estimating requirements across a variety of contract sizes and types.

• Partners with business and project leadership to provide financial insight, analysis, and guidance that support informed business decisions.

• May support pricing strategy, financial modeling, and analysis designed to strengthen competitive positioning and profitability.

• May participate in the proposal process for large and strategic business opportunities, including bid/no-bid decisions and development of cost and overall pricing strategies.

• Identifies opportunities for process improvement, increased efficiency, and cost savings and collaborates across the organization to develop and implement solutions.

• Serves as a trusted financial resource to project and business leadership, helping identify financial risks, opportunities, and potential impacts to business performance.

• Independently provides Project Controls and Estimating expertise to support cost analysis and estimating for new business opportunities, as well as financial management throughout the project lifecycle.

• Prepares final proposal pricing in the format required by the client.

• Completes project setup activities and partners with Project Management to design and implement effective Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).

• Supports Project Management and the broader Finance team with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, execution, monitoring, and control.

• Analyzes project financial performance and provides meaningful financial information to support project and business decision-making.

• Applies knowledge of Battelle's overhead-rate structure, accounting practices, and financial systems to support accurate and effective financial management.

• Works independently with Project and Finance Management to identify, evaluate, and mitigate business and financial risks.

• Supports Project and Finance Management in maintaining compliance with applicable Government Contracting regulations, internal requirements, and contractual terms.

• Provides financial guidance that promotes accurate, consistent, and compliant project execution and financial management.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance and five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage financial assignments and support project and business financial needs.

• Strong financial analysis,…