Financial Program Analyst

Job Description:

The Financial Program Analyst reports to the Program Finance Director and interfaces directly with internal program teams, Government personnel, and project performers.

This position supports a large portfolio of active projects at varying stages of funding, execution, invoicing, and closeout. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial transactions, monitoring project funding and expenditures, supporting Government invoicing activities, resolving payment-related inquiries, and ensuring financial accuracy and audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously, possesses strong problem-solving abilities, and can independently research and resolve financial issues in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Government Invoicing and Financial Operations:

• Prepare and submit invoices and receiving reports to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)/Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE)
• Monitor invoice status and payment activity through Government financial systems
• Coordinate with Government personnel to facilitate timely invoice processing and payment resolution
• Maintain accurate records supporting all invoicing activities
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve invoice submission, acceptance, and payment issues

Performer and Vendor Payment Processing:

• Review, validate, and process payments to project performers and vendors
• Verify invoice accuracy and supporting documentation prior to payment processing
• Reconcile incoming Government payments against project obligations and payment requests
• Support accounts payable activities while ensuring compliance with internal controls

Program Finance and Funding Management:

• Monitor project funding, obligations, expenditures, and financial performance across multiple active projects
• Track project financial status and identify potential funding, invoicing, or reconciliation issues
• Support financial forecasting, reporting, and budget monitoring activities
• Assist with project closeout activities, funding reconciliation, and financial record maintenance
• Maintain accurate financial data within internal systems and dashboards

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Perform data entry and financial record maintenance with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
• Generate and maintain financial reports for management and project stakeholders
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies requiring corrective action
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and internal reporting tools to support financial operations and decision-making

Customer Support and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a primary financial point of contact for performer, vendor, and Government inquiries
• Provide guidance regarding invoicing, payment status, financial processes, and funding matters
• Collaborate with program management and finance teams to resolve complex financial issues
• Communicate professionally and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Compliance and Audit Readiness:

• Validate financial data accuracy and completeness to maintain audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with applicable Government, contractual, and company financial requirements
• Maintain organized financial documentation and supporting records
• Support internal and external audits, reviews, and financial reporting requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Direct experience working with DFAS and WAWF, or comparable Federal invoicing and payment systems
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Federal contract finance, accounting, program finance, contracting, or related financial operations
• Demonstrated understanding of Government financial and accounting practices
• Experience supporting invoice processing, payment reconciliation, or financial reporting activities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Experience supporting Department of War (DoW) contracts
• Experience working with Other Transactions (OTs)
• Experience with Salesforce or similar financial, contract management, or customer relationship management systems
• Experience supporting project funding management, obligations tracking, and financial reconciliation
• Knowledge of PIEE, WAWF, DFAS payment processes, and Government financial systems
• Experience supporting audit preparation and compliance activities

Location:

• Remote

Travel:

• Travel for this position is estimated up to 10%

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Innovas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

What We Offer:

We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include:

• Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage
• Vision Insurance: Fully covered
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
• Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, paid floating holidays, and generous vacation
• Other:
• Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid
• Voluntary Life
• Flexible & remote work structure
• Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support
• Community sponsorships
• Donation matching
• Professional development allowance

If you need any accommodation for the interview process, please let us know when we contact you.

We take a geo-neutral approach to compensation within the US, meaning that we pay based on job function and level, not location. We are currently only open to remote employees residing in the following states: AL, FL, IN, MO, NM, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WY.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a standard background check.