Senior Financial Analyst- FP&A

Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A

Location:

US-VA-Reston

Peraton is seeking a proactive and analytical Senior Financial Analyst with strong Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) experience to support our mission-driven organization. In this key role, you will provide strategic financial insights, influence decision-making, and help drive performance across a diverse and growing portfolio.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages that assess business performance against key metrics
• Build and review budgets using historical performance, growth factors, corporate guidance, and other data inputs
• Support the development of annual Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) models and submission documentation
• Assist with financial audits, executive-level analysis, and high-visibility ad hoc projects
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and internal policies
• Review and maintain accounting system updates, including org structures, reorgs, and project configurations
• Develop and present findings, recommendations, and fiscal operating procedures to leadership
• Build executive briefings and support strategic initiatives, partnering with leaders to identify risks and opportunities
• Create business cases, trend analyses, forecasts, and advanced Excel models
• Define, track, and interpret key performance indicators to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Support the monthly close process by preparing journal entries and related documentation

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, STEM, or related field, and 8+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)
• Experience working within a government contracting environment
• Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to partner with senior leadership to support strategic prioritization and decision-making
• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing and supporting FPRP audits
• Background in indirect cost pool structure development and analysis
• Working knowledge of government contracting regulations, including CAS, FAR, and GAAP
• Experience with CostPoint, Cognos, Hyperion, or related financial systems
• M&A integration experience, particularly involving indirect rate structures

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.