Senior Financial Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions Incorporated (MTSI), is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Financial Analyst to support OSW Research and Engineering (OSW R&E), Mission Capabilities (MC), Mission Engineering & Integration Activity (MEIA), with experience in fiscal program planning, financial management oversight, and budget analysis in support of large-scale defense programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in applying advanced financial modeling and data analytics to drive mission-critical decisions, ensure responsible stewardship of resources, and enhance program effectiveness.

Work locations are in the Alexandria/DC metropolitan area.

Key responsibilities are to:

Lead planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) activities across complex defense portfolios.

Develop, analyze, and manage multi-year funding strategies, cost projections, and program execution plans.

Provide oversight of active, expired, and canceling year funds; conduct reconciliations; and monitor execution to ensure compliance with fiscal policy and federal appropriations law.

Prepare high-quality executive briefings, decision papers, Congressional correspondence, and budget justification materials (e.g., R-Docs, P-Docs, Congressional Budget Justification Reports).

Support acquisition planning by preparing funding documents in systems such as DAI and assembling complete acquisition packages.

Conduct program, financial, and technical analyses to inform strategic planning and facilitate stakeholder decision-making.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders - often across multiple components - to resolve complex financial issues.

Evaluate proposals, support contracting activities, and ensure alignment with FAR, appropriation law, and agency-specific policies.

Drive operational efficiency through process improvements, SOP development, and workflow optimization.

Create and maintain tools, reports, and dashboards using Power BI and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications:

10 years of experience planning, Programming, Budget, & Execution (PPBE) Expertise

Experience with POM Cycle Activities and Briefing Preparation

Familiarity with Congressional Interactions and Staffer Briefings

Comprehensive knowledge of Appropriation & Fiscal Law

Hands-on experience with Acquisition of Services processes

Advanced proficiency in Forecasting & Cost Projections

Expertise in Financial & Program Analysis

Competence in Technical Proposal Evaluation

Capability in Strategic Planning for long-term organizational goals

Robust skills in Cost Baseline Management for monitoring and control

Experience with Multi-Project Management to align priorities

Proven ability in Operational Streamlining & Efficiency initiatives

Excellence in Records Management for compliance and organization

Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Office Suite

Desired Experience:

Provide comprehensive management and oversight for defense program budgets exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars, ensuring accurate resource allocation and financial stewardship.

Synthesize complex financial data into actionable insights and recommendations, supporting strategic decision-making and operational alignment.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication with senior leaders and decision-makers.

Identify, propose, and implement process improvements to enhance organizational operations, achieve cost savings, and streamline workflows.

Leverage extensive experience supporting organizations such as the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Air Force, DARPA, DoD Components, or other national security entities to achieve mission-critical objectives.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required (e.g., Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related discipline).

Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Active TS/SCI

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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Perks and Benefits

Vacation:

New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year

Health Insurance:

Zero Deductible Health Plans

Flexible Schedules:

Flex Schedules

Professional Development:

Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement

ESOP:

Funded Stock Ownership Plan

401k Match+:

6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting

Bonus Program:

Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity

Mentorship:

Career Mentorship Programs

Why is MTSI a great place to work

Interesting Work:

Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values:

Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Owned:

We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:

Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually

Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)

Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account

Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement

Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance

Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Track Record of Success:

We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visitwww.mtsi-va.com

Why is MTSI a great place to work

Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:

Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually

Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)

Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account

Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement

Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance

Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com