DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst II to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience working under limited supervision, to develop and track project spend plans, provide financial analysis and reporting and scheduling assistance.  This position will be an integral member of the Emergency Management and Response group of the Alexandria, Virginia office. As part of this group, the program control specialist will support contracts with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and may be asked to support other contracts as needs arise.  

Responsibilities include: 

Assists with project planning, development and monitoring of schedules, budget/costs, status reports and progress using project management software. Reconciles actual costs with estimated costs, supports the development of cost forecasts and the analysis of variance against baselines. Develops reports on cost and schedule variance against baselines. Assists the Project Manager in developing and reviewing cost, schedule and budget corrective actions and recovery plans. Conducts special studies to analyze complex financial actions and prepares recommendations for control or action.  Analyzes financial information to determine present and future financial performance. Identifies trends and recommends improvements accordingly.  Evaluates complex profit plans, operating records, and financial statements.  Directs preparation of studies, reports, and analyses in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, cash flow projections, and business forecasts.  Establishes databases of pertinent information for use in analyzing future plans and forecasts.  Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities and profitability improvement strategies.  Coordinates with all levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding financial plans, acquisition activity, new business planning, trended future requirements, government requirements, and operating forecasts. 

Other essential skills include organizational skills, attention to detail, expertise with MS Excel and financial project management skills, including earn value management.   The ideal candidate will have an aptitude for accuracy, a strong sense of ownership, and natural communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 2-4 years of financial management experience.  Four-year Bachelor’s Degree.  Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to maintain data accuracy. Demonstrated critical thinking ability. Demonstrated ownership and accountability for work. Excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive communicator and problem-solver. Capability to work in a dynamic environment, including a demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.  Ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of individuals from various backgrounds, including engineers; planners; GIS professionals; federal, tribal, and state government officials; and the public. Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. Willingness to learn and desire to continuously improve skills and processes. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint. Solid work ethic and have the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional community.

PREFERRED

Experience using Earned Value Management to manage Federal Contract Knowledge of federal invoicing rules and regulations. Experience working with Deltek Cobra, Oracle, Smartsheet, and Microsoft PowerBI. Experience with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and FEMA’s Risk Mapping Assessment and Planning (MAP) Program  Ability to travel periodically, as needed (less than 20% and once travel restrictions are lifted)