Technical Financial Analyst

Title - Technical Financial Analyst

Client – NIH

Location - (Bethesda, MD – Near Metro Station)

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Financial Analyst to support the Finance Department at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland . This position requires a finance professional with strong technical expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance . The ideal candidate will provide data-driven insights, process improvements, and technical support to ensure NIH’s financial operations align with federal regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Serve as a technical expert in financial analysis, providing strategic insights and recommendations for improving financial processes and reporting.
• Develop, review, and analyze financial research, reports, and documentation in accordance with the Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) statement of work .
• Support the Program Manager in resolving complex financial and technical challenges , ensuring compliance with federal financial regulations and policies.
• Perform budget forecasting, expenditure tracking, and financial modeling to support NIH’s financial planning and decision-making processes.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools to enhance visibility into financial performance and trends.
• Assist in the evaluation and improvement of financial systems, policies, and procedures , ensuring efficiency and accuracy in financial transactions.
• Work closely with finance, procurement, and grants management teams to streamline financial operations and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal financial regulations, NIH policies, OMB Circulars, and GAAP accounting principles .
• Provide technical support for financial audits, responding to inquiries and preparing necessary documentation.
• Identify and recommend process automation solutions to enhance financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field .
• Experience :

Strong background in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance within a federal agency or large organization.

• Experience with federal financial management systems , such as UFMS, Oracle, SAP, or Momentum .
• Knowledge of federal financial regulations , including OMB Circulars (A-123, A-136), GAAP, and FASAB standards .
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, develop reports, and provide actionable insights .
• Experience in budget forecasting, financial modeling, and expenditure tracking .
• Familiarity with NIH financial operations and grant management processes is a plus.
• Certifications (Preferred) :

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Flexible work from home options available.

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000