Financial Analyst (Finance)
Description
Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Financial Analyst (3637) in Oak Ridge, TN.
Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.
Navarro is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost analysis for our federal contracts. This role requires strong experience with Deltek Costpoint and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced government contracting environment. The Financial Analyst will work closely with Program Managers, the Controller, and senior leadership to provide critical insights into project performance and compliance.
This position is open to candidates nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, tracking, and reporting of budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses using Deltek Costpoint.
- Provide project-level cost analysis and ensure accurate charging of labor, materials, and overhead in compliance with FAR, CAS, and GAAP.
- Support the monthly close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
- Collaborate with Program Managers to monitor contract performance, profitability, and indirect rate applications.
- Assist with audit preparation and provide data and analysis during DCAA, DCMA, DOE, or other government audits.
- Maintain strong internal controls and documentation to support compliance.
- Identify and implement process improvements in reporting, analysis, and forecasting.
- Serve as a subject matter resource for Deltek reporting and data extraction.
- Present financial data and insights to management to support strategic decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- 3-7 years of progressive financial analysis or accounting experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.
- Hands-on experience with Deltek Costpoint (required), including financial reporting and project accounting functions.
- Strong knowledge of FAR, CAS, and GAAP regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and interpret financial reports, dashboards, and cost models.
- Experience supporting month-end close and audit preparation.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong skills in data analysis.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.
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Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
