[Remote] Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is a respected provider of technically integrated solutions, seeking an FP&A Analyst to lead the budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes. The role involves compiling management reporting, analyzing monthly results, and communicating with key stakeholders to enhance company performance insights.ResponsibilitiesSupport the annual budget process, coordinating with key budget owners to gather inputs as needed to help develop overall corporate budgetReview expense trends to maintain accurate forecast and distribute forecast updates as neededProactively optimize the current reporting structure and analysisAnalyze monthly results and research variances to budget and forecasts, providing Accounting, Program Control, and/or Function/Department feedback on adjustments as neededDistribute month-end budget v actual reports to Senior Management and develop reporting packages for these key stakeholders, addressing related inquiries as neededCompile and distribute various monthly and quarterly Management reporting, including company metrics and KPI’sDrive continuous improvement in current reporting and modeling to provide key stakeholders better insight into company performanceMonitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected varianceMaintain and enhance indirect rate models, ensuring alignment with company strategy and cost structureAnalyze pool and base composition for early issue detection and proactive risk mitigationSupport provisional billing rate submissions and incurred cost submissionsPerform ad hoc reporting and analysis as requiredOther duties as assignedSkillsMust be a US citizenStrong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilityExcellent interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with all levels of managementAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment with many competing prioritiesSelf-starter with the ability to multi-taskProactively identifies and pursues opportunities for improvementHard-working, detail oriented and committed to producing great end resultsAbility to work autonomously and as a member of a teamDevelop and drive accountability for self and othersExcellent time management/prioritization and project management skillsAt least 2 years of relevant experience in Financial Planning & Analysis in a government contracting environmentAdvanced experience with Cost pools and DOD Project AccountingAdvanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skillsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferredBenefitsIndustry competitive benefits packageAwards and recognition programPersonalized attention from ARS Senior ManagersBackground investigationsEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity checkCompany OverviewARS is a growing small business company that serving the department of defense and intelligence community. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.appliedres.com/.