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Financial Analyst 16308226
Rockville, MDWe are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in supporting a government agency. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial and budget analysis, focusing on data entry, reviewing timesheets, and budgeted vs. actuals tracking in Excel. This is a 1-year contract role that requires strong Excel skills and excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Data Entry: Accurate and timely entry of financial data into Excel spreadsheets and other relevant systems.
- Reviewing Timesheets: Thoroughly reviewing and validating employee timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies.
- Budgeted vs. Actuals Tracking: Utilizing Excel to compare budgeted financial figures against actual expenses and revenue, generating insightful reports to aid decision-making.
- Financial Reporting: Running reports and analyzing financial data to provide valuable insights to the government agency.
- Communication: Collaborating with team members and stakeholders, and effectively communicating financial information both in writing and verbally.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and formulas. Experience with financial modeling is a plus.
- Previous experience in financial analysis, preferably in a government agency or similar environment.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, able to manage and analyze large sets of data accurately.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Knowledge of government financial regulations and processes is advantageous.