About Avid Systems
Avid Systems is a Washington DC-based managed services provider and Value-Added Reseller (VAR) specializing in cloud enablement, infrastructure, business application development, mobility, virtualization, security, storage, and cybersecurity. With experience across diverse industries, we focus on empowering our clients to stay ahead with innovative technology solutions. Since 2004, Avid Systems has been at the forefront of digital transformation, providing our clients with quality-driven and competitive technology solutions.
At Avid Systems, our mission is to provide clients with the highest-quality business and technology consulting services at the most competitive rates. We pride ourselves on our technical expertise and our commitment to addressing the unique technology challenges that businesses face daily. Our vision is to bridge the gap between today’s technology and the future, ensuring our clients’ sustained growth and success. Our values and our vision support and enhance our corporate values :
- We are 100% Customer Focused - We anticipate and meet the needs of our customers with our expertise, efficiency and relentless focus on exceeding their expectations. We are driven by our guiding principle, that the customer’s mission is our commitment.
- Earned Trust - We earn our customers' trust by delivering excellent performance in an ethical way. Our business decisions are based on traditional values – honesty, trust and integrity.
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in support of one of our government customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing and maintaining budgets specifically for state, local, and federal government agencies, with a strong understanding of local government financial operations.
Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of government budget, accounting rules, and regulations to enhance the client's financial operations and support sound financial decision-making.Conduct financial analysis on budgetary trends, identifying factors impacting client's operations and assisting in aligning financial resources with agency priorities.Monitor program execution to ensure alignment with spending benchmarks and budgetary constraints.Create and maintain reporting dashboards, using data analytics to track financial performance and expenditure trends.Advise leadership on best practices in financial management, leveraging technology and analytics to improve financial processes and outcomes.Participate in and lead problem-solving efforts, providing actionable solutions to financial and operational challenges.Conduct research and data analysis to produce clear, concise reports for senior leadership, translating complex financial information into actionable insights.Ensure all recommendations and reports align with the agency's business objectives and make sense from a practical standpoint.Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel techniques (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) to conduct data analysis, review funding requests, and prepare visual reports for executive briefings.Assist with the preparation of routine budget and financial reports, including monthly budget execution reports, financial status updates, and other reports as required.Participate in Monthly Budget Execution Reviews to manage financial resources and optimize spending across client’s priorities.Perform administrative budget and finance tasks, such as updating budgetary documents, tracking expenditures, and identifying areas for resource reallocation.Build and maintain a strong understanding of client’s mission, goals, and objectives to effectively align financial activities with agency priorities.Qualifications
Knowledge of local government budget processes and financial regulations ; familiarity with municipal government budgeting is a plus.At least 3 years of experience in government finance, accounting, or budget management.Strong knowledge of relevant Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and familiarity with Department of the Treasury guidelines.Proven experience with financial reporting and analysis tools, including Microsoft Excel and other financial software.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create and deliver reports and briefings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear, practical recommendations.
