The Financial Analyst / Pricing Analyst supports the Finance organization by performing financial analysis, developing pricing models, and assisting in the preparation of compliant cost proposals for U.S. Government contracts. This position combines analytical financial responsibilities with government contract pricing and provides an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in federal proposal pricing while working under the guidance of experienced pricing professionals.
The successful candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Excel. Accuracy, organization, and the ability to work with large data sets are critical to success in this role.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and Responsibilities
- Perform financial analysis to support management decision-making.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models using Microsoft Excel.
- Analyze financial performance, labor utilization, indirect rates, and project profitability.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for management.
- Validate data accuracy and reconcile financial information across multiple systems.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis.
Government Contract Pricing
- Assist in the preparation of cost proposals in response to Government Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Develop pricing models and cost build-ups under the direction of senior pricing personnel.
- Ensure proposals comply with customer requirements and applicable regulations including:
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), when applicable
- Coordinate with Contracts, Program Management, Human Resources, and Operations to obtain proposal inputs.
- Support the preparation of pricing narratives, basis of estimate documentation, and supporting schedules.
- Review proposal calculations for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
- Assist in maintaining pricing templates, historical databases, and estimating tools.
General Responsibilities
- Maintain a high level of attention to deta