Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst | Fairfax, VA | Remote-Friendly | $65,000 – $75,000 We’re working with a global leader in risk management and government contract consulting on this exciting opportunity. You will dive deep into the world of fringe benefit administration, using advanced data analytics and high-level Excel modeling to ensure compliance for some of the nation’s leading government contractors.

This is a high-impact role where your expertise in financial reporting and variance analysis directly supports the growth and stability of complex employee benefit programs. If you are a numbers-driven professional who thrives on data integrity and specialized compliance, this is your chance to build a career in a digital-first consulting ecosystem.

The Role

• Lead the collection and validation of complex client data files, leveraging advanced data integrity checks to ensure seamless processing.
• Drive financial accuracy by reconciling source data to final health and welfare funding invoices, verification schedules, and fringe benefit credits.
• Apply expert-level critical thinking to navigate strict reporting requirements under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and Davis Bacon Act (DBA).
• Perform detailed variance analytics and period-over-period financial reviews to identify trends and explain fiscal fluctuations to senior leadership.
• Manage client reporting deliverables including retirement funding reports and assist in the onboarding of new billing processes for high-profile accounts.

What You’ll Need

• A Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of professional experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is non-negotiable, including mastery of Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, and Macros.
• Strong analytical background with the ability to interpret complex federal regulations and collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience in employee benefit plan audits or the government contracting industry is highly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a proven track record of meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 – $75,000 with a flexible, remote-friendly work environment.
• Comprehensive “Day One” benefits including medical, dental, and vision, plus a 401(k) with Roth options.
• Commitment to your growth with educational expense reimbursement and specialized internal training programs.
• Holistic wellbeing perks including digital mental health services, parental leave, and a charitable matching gift program.

Apply via Haystack today!