Senior Operations Research Analyst

Educational Requirement:   Master’s 

Clearance Type Required: SECRET eligible

Location: National Capital Area

Essential Job Functions: (what will the candidate do on the job)

• The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, specifically in MS Power BI, MS Power Automate, Excel, and Microsoft Access Macros, and a strong foundation in cost accounting principles, particularly as they relate to the federal government. In addition, the candidate must have a deep understanding of data analysis, process management, and business logic.  In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and reporting on the large datasets, conducting appropriate data validation and implementing data analyses and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. This will include analyzing and understanding complex data sets, identifying trends and variances, and providing insights to management to inform decision making. You will work closely with various branches and divisions to understand and support the client's cost analysis and review cycles, and you will also be responsible for developing and maintaining cost accounting reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, Excel, and Microsoft Access Macros.

Skills: (what are the skills required for the role)

•    Strong understanding and experience with President’s Budget Requests; Congressional Marks; Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC) Withholds; Execution year transfer/reprogramming; Un-programmed Requirements (UFR) / Unfunded Requirements (UFR) paid; migration of funds and End of Fiscal Year turn-ins.

•    Familiarization with Program Budget Guidance (PBG) Obligation, percentage Allotment Obligation, and percentage Unliquidated Obligation (ULO)), Congressional Marks,

•    Strong technical skills, specifically in Power BI, Excel, and Microsoft Access Macros

•    Knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budget, Execution (PPBE) process

•    Knowledge of the cost accounting principles, particularly as they relate to the federal government

•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of data analysis, process management, and business logic

•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel and Microsoft Access

•    Experience writing and maintaining macros in Microsoft Access

•    Strong communication and presentation skills

•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team

•    Familiarity with federal cost accounting standards and regulations

Qualifications: (what are the required minimums for the position)

•    United States citizenship is required

•    Eligible for a SECRET clearance

•    Technical or Scientific Master’s Degree from an accredited US college or university 

•    10 years of job-related experience

•    Must be COVID-19 vaccinated

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

•    Expert in Microsoft Power BI

•    Expert in GFEBS

•    Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

•    Strong written communication skills including experience with reports and presentations for executive audiences

IFAS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.