Financial Analyst

Position: Financial Analyst 1
At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee- owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

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Overview:

As a Financial Analyst at Areté, you will compile and review budgets, analyze financial trends, manage funds, and ensure proper financial administration. You’ll prepare financial plans, generate reports, maintain records, and evaluate variances. You’ll also analyze contracts, develop financial metrics, and review timesheet charges for accuracy.

Primary responsibilities:

Support program cost management activities, including budget development, forecasting, variance analysis, and monthly reporting

Assist with preparation of financial data for Program Management Reviews and customer reporting packages

Help analyze actuals vs. plan and identify drivers behind cost, schedule, and labor variances

Support preparation of Estimates at Complete (EACs) and risk/opportunity assessment

Work with cross‑functional partners (engineering, operations, supply chain) to gather financial inputs and understand performance drivers

Maintain financial models, dashboards, and templates that support program reporting and business decision‑making

Contribute to ad‑hoc financial analyses as required by program, functional, or leadership needs

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times Flextime Scheduling Bereavement Paid  Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental Leave Financial Benefits
401K Retirement Plan Contribution Employee Stock Ownership Plan Continuing Education Funds Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement Qualities We Look For:

Creativity and innovation in solving challenges

Integrity and responsibility in all actions

Collaboration across teams and specialties

Responsiveness in fast-paced environments

Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Math, Engineering, or related field

Strong analytical and quantitative skills with an ability to interpret financial data accurately

Working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic modeling) and proficiency with general business systems

Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment

Familiarity with basic financial concepts such as budgeting, forecasting, cost allocation, and variance analysis

Nice to Have (Preferred Skills):

Internship or project experience in defense, aerospace, government contracting, or manufacturing

Experience with financial or ERP systems such as SAP, Cobra, Deltek Costpoint, or similar tools

Intermediate to advanced Excel (macros, Power Query, advanced formulas) or data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to identify trends and recommend improvements

The salary range for this role is $65,000 – $75,000/yr; however, Areté considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal…