This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Financial Optimization Analyst in United States.
This role is a high-impact, mission-driven opportunity for a finance and business analytics professional who thrives at the intersection of financial strategy, process optimization, and enterprise transformation. You will play a key role in improving budgeting, forecasting, and cost modeling processes while supporting large-scale financial planning initiatives across complex organizational environments. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate risks, streamline financial operations, and enhance decision-making frameworks. The position requires strong analytical capability combined with a consulting mindset to identify inefficiencies and design scalable solutions. You will also contribute to the integration of financial tools and reporting systems that support long-term planning and compliance. This is a fully remote role offering meaningful work with significant visibility and impact.
Accountabilities:- Participate in financial and business planning sessions, assessing change impacts, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Serve as a primary subject matter expert supporting stakeholders on budgeting, forecasting, and financial operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and support enterprise financial planning initiatives
- Analyze and document current-state financial processes, identifying inefficiencies, redundancies, and risk areas
- Develop recommendations to improve indirect rate structures, cost modeling, and compliance with financial regulations
- Support integration and optimization of financial planning, reporting, and dashboarding tools
- Facilitate communication and change management efforts related to financial process updates and system implementations
- Implement structured financial management processes to support monthly execution, reporting, and cost impact analysis
- Provide ongoing assessment of financial process improvements and ensure alignment with regulatory and organizational standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience (additional experience may substitute for education)
- 8–10+ years of experience in financial analysis, business optimization, or related financial planning roles
- Strong understanding of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and government contracting frameworks
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, indirect rate development, and financial modeling
- Proficiency in financial and reporting tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
- Familiarity with platforms such as Costpoint, Cognos, or Apptio is highly preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively across matrixed and cross-functional organizations
- Experience working with contract types such as IDIQ, GWAC, BPA, FFP, T&M, or CPFF
- Ability to manage complex financial processes in a structured, compliance-driven environment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range between $75,730 and $84,500, based on experience and qualifications
- Performance-based bonus eligibility
- Fully remote work within the United States
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off, holidays, and military leave benefits
- Professional development, training, and certification reimbursement opportunities
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Life, disability, and employee assistance programs
- Strong culture focused on mission-driven work, inclusion, and continuous learning
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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