Job Description

ECS is seeking a Business Financial Analyst to work in our Arlington, VA office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding.

Programmatic Support

ECS seeks a Business Financial Manager (BFM) to support DARPA. A BFM plays a critical role in supporting DARPA's mission by providing comprehensive financial and administrative support to Program Managers and the broader agency. In this role, you will be responsible for building and managing program budgets and justifications, financial tracking and analysis, supporting solicitation and acquisition materials, and overall tracking and coordination of funding forecasts-to-actuals. What will you do:

• Assist Program Managers with the development and execution of their program budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and analyzing expenditures.
• Prepare and manage financial documents such as OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Track and manage program milestones and deliverables, ensuring compliance with funding agreements.
• Monitor and report on program performance metrics, providing insights to PMs and leadership.
  
  

Financial Management

• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for assigned programs.
• Analyze financial data and trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal financial regulations and agency policies.
  
  

Administrative Support

• Manage program contracts and awards, coordinating with contracting officers and legal counsel.
• Organize and facilitate program meetings and workshops.
• Prepare correspondence and presentations for various audiences.
• Manage travel and other program expenses.
  
  

Collaboration

• Work effectively with a diverse team of DARPA staff, including Program Managers, scientists, engineers, and administrative professionals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including performers and grant recipients (research teams), contractors, and other government agencies.
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a federal government financial management role, preferably in an R&D environment.
• Strong understanding of Federal financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Experience working with OTAs, grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Experience with financial modeling tools.
• Experience with Budgeting and PPBE.
• Exceptional written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of a DoD Secret clearance.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• Experience budgeting and tracking funds for R&D efforts
• Knowledge of the Defense Agency Initiative (DAI) Financial System
• At least 1 year experience supporting DARPA or related “ARPA” agency (ie IARPA, ARPA-E, APRA-H)
  
  

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.