Sr. Financial Analyst Job in Washington, DC

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support grant-funded financial planning and reporting within a healthcare organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential focuses on budget development, financial oversight, and portfolio analysis for federally funded programs. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in grant compliance, partner closely with program leadership, and deliver clear financial insight that supports sound decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain budgets for a portfolio of grant-funded programs, tracking performance against approved funding plans.
• Evaluate spending trends across payroll, fringe benefits, occupancy, indirect costs, and other expense categories to confirm alignment with grant requirements.
• Produce budget-to-actual and variance analyses, highlighting financial risks, operational trends, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Prepare grant-related financial reports and reimbursement submissions, ensuring figures are accurately reconciled to the general ledger and external funder systems.
• Collaborate with program directors and operational leaders to review fiscal results and improve understanding of program-level financial performance.
• Monitor ongoing grant activity to help ensure compliance with federal funding rules, including Uniform Guidance requirements.
• Use advanced Excel capabilities to organize financial data, build reporting tools, and support detailed analysis for leadership review.