Financial Specialist - NSS

Position Location

This position is located onsite at the NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi.

Nova Space Solutions (NSS) is seeking a Financial Specialist to support the financial operations of its NASA contract at Stennis Space Center (SSC). This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), financial reporting, and government contract support. The successful candidate will work closely with operations and leadership teams to ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective management of contract resources.

• Process payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), expense reporting, credit card reconciliations, and fixed asset activities
• Assist with budget development, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Monitor financial performance and analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare financial reports, management presentations, proposals, and ad hoc analyses for leadership and stakeholders
• Support preparation and submission of government contract deliverables and financial reporting requirements
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy
• Develop and maintain financial databases, records, and reporting systems
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Research complex financial issues and recommend practical solutions
• Support audit requests and compliance reviews
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Support the financial management of NASA contract operations at Stennis Space Center
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, accounting standards, and applicable regulations
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support operational and management decision-making
• Partner with operational leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Maintain accurate financial records, systems, and reporting tools
• Support internal and external audits
• Coordinate financial activities across multiple projects and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in accounting, finance, project accounting, government contracting, or related financial operations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to research financial issues and develop practical solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and reporting
• Ability to build effective working relationships with operational leaders, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain required NASA site access and credentials
• Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing

• Experience supporting NASA, Federal, or government contractor environments
• Experience with government contract financial reporting and deliverables
• Experience with project accounting, cost tracking, and budget management
• Experience with Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Experience supporting audits and compliance activities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and financial reporting

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment
• Frequent interaction with project teams, operational leadership, customers, and corporate support functions
• Occasional visits to operational or industrial work areas may be required

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic…