Financial Analyst

*This is for a potential upcoming opportunity.

MISSION

• Provide financial analysis and budget execution support to PMS 339 in managing Surface Training Systems funding across planning, programming, budgeting, execution, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Ensure leadership has accurate, audit-ready financial data to support training system modernization, acquisition oversight, and Fleet readiness objectives.

You safeguard fiscal discipline that enables warfighting capability. If you have managed Navy funding, supported PPBE processes, or provided financial oversight within a program office or command — you are strongly aligned with this role.

ROLE IN THE ORGANIZATION

• Reports to Program / Project Manager or Financial Lead

• Serves as financial analyst supporting PMS 339 portfolios

• Interfaces with:

  • Program Managers

  • Deputy Program Managers

  • Business Financial Managers (BFMs)

  • Government COR

• Provides execution tracking, financial forecasting, and analysis

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Surface Training Systems rely on disciplined fiscal execution to deliver trainers, simulators, modernization upgrades, and lifecycle sustainment support.

Effective financial oversight ensures:

• Funds are obligated and executed properly

• Budget alignment supports approved priorities

• Risks to execution are identified early

• Program offices remain audit-ready

• Training delivery timelines are protected

Financial precision directly supports Fleet readiness.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

BUDGET EXECUTION & TRACKING

• Track cost, obligation, and expenditure data

• Monitor execution rates across appropriations (e.g., O&MN, SCN, RDT&E)

• Develop financial dashboards and status reports

• Reconcile financial data across Navy systems

PPBE SUPPORT

• Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes

• Assist with:

  • POM development

  • Budget exhibits

  • Spend plans

  • Financial phasing plans

• Analyze short- and long-range funding requirements

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & FORECASTING

• Conduct variance analysis and burn rate assessments

• Identify execution risks and recommend corrective action

• Support lifecycle cost analysis for training systems

• Assist in developing out-year funding projections

ACQUISITION FINANCIAL SUPPORT

• Support financial aspects of training system acquisition efforts

• Review funding documents for accuracy and compliance

• Assist with contract funding tracking

• Coordinate with contracting and program teams

REPORTING & DOCUMENTATION

• Prepare executive-level financial briefings

• Draft financial summaries and point papers

• Ensure documentation accuracy and traceability

• Maintain audit-ready financial records

WHO SHOULD APPLY

This role is ideal for Navy financial managers, supply professionals, or acquisition support personnel who have managed funding, tracked budgets, or supported PPBE processes.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field OR 10+ years relevant financial management experience

• 7+ years professional financial analysis experience

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy financial processes

• Must be a US citizen

• Navy or NAVSEA financial management experience

• PPBE process experience

• Surface Training or acquisition program exposure

• Experience with Navy financial systems (e.g., ERP, STARS, PBIS)

• Advanced Excel proficiency

Valuable Experience

• Managing OPTAR or departmental budgets

• Supporting POM or budget build submissions

• Tracking obligation and expenditure rates

• Preparing financial briefs for CO/XO/Commodore

• Reconciling funding documents

• Supporting audit readiness initiatives

Helpful Certifications (Not Required)

• DAWIA Financial Management Certification

• Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)

• PMP (for program-aligned financial roles)

• Lean Six Sigma

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.