Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to work in Fairfax, VA .

The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst is responsible for providing financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and strategic decision support for a portfolio of government contracts and corporate operations. This position partners closely with Program Management, Business Development, Contracts, Accounting, and Executive Leadership to develop financial insights that improve operational performance, maximize profitability, and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of government contracting financial practices, and experience supporting cost-plus, fixed-price, time-and-materials, and IDIQ contract environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Support the annual operating plan (AOP), rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue, backlog, EBITDA, and cash flow forecasts.
• Analyze actual financial performance versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Prepare executive-level financial presentations and business performance reports.
• Analyze contract profitability, indirect cost allocations, labor utilization, funding status, and burn rates.
• Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial packages for senior leadership and parent company.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for business performance.
• Analyze:
  • Revenue
  • Gross margin
  • Direct labor utilization
  • Indirect expenses
  • Contract profitability
  • Cash flow
• Recommend actions to improve financial performance.

Data Analytics & Process Improvement

• Build financial models using Excel and business intelligence tools.
• Automate recurring reports and financial analyses.
• Improve forecasting accuracy through trend analysis and predictive modeling.
• Identify opportunities to streamline FP&A processes.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
  • FAR
  • CAS
  • DCAA requirements
  • Corporate accounting policies
• Support internal and external financial audits.
• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000

General Description of Benefits

Required Skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience

• 7-10 years of progressive FP&A or government contracting finance experience.
• Experience supporting federal government contracts.
• Experience supporting executive financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CPA, CMA, or CFA designation.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Experience with Deltek Cognos
• Experience supporting DCAA audits.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions or integration activities is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of FAR, CAS, and DCAA compliance.
• Advanced financial modeling and forecasting skills.
• Expertise in Excel, including:
  • Pivot Tables
  • Power Query
  • Advanced formulas
  • Financial modeling

Desired Skills

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information to executive leadership.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees . Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We value:

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams

• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!