Financial Analyst, International

Work for a first-class institution that is innovative, multi-dimensional, and dynamic by joining AIR as a Financial Analyst. 

We hire talented and forward-thinking professionals to build our cross-functional teams and support our clients in solving complex problems. Our people—problem-solvers, changemakers, and creative thinkers—are experts in their craft who rise to meet today’s challenges.

The Financial Analyst will play an integral role in delivering on some of the most meaningful projects in communities across the United States and the world. You’ll collaborate with our teams of motivated and passionate visionaries, where your input will be valued and your contributions vital to our success.

We value the experiences of every member of our institution, from entry level to executive. As part of our collaborative, learning-oriented team, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your career, develop additional skills, and progress professionally.

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories. 

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here .

The responsibilities for the position include: 

• Provide financial expertise/insights at monthly project review meetings for projects in assigned portfolio.
• Support negotiations with major vendors and subcontractors, including insights into proposed price/cost and finance-related agreement terms & conditions; subsequently track and manage post-award financial performance.
• Monitor, forecast and report financial performance of project and Division direct and indirect initiatives, budgets/targets, including but not limited to those for revenue, components of revenue, profit/fee, labor utilization, indirect costs, equity initiative costs, backlog, receivables and unbilled receivables.
• Ensure Division compliance with governing procurement regulations as well as corporate financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely preparation of all client billings, review and approve the same prior to submission to the client and address collections on invoices not paid promptly.
• Provide financial basics training, and promote financial knowledge among the Division operations staff in support of project budgets and increase financial understanding via outreach and communication especially in high-risk areas such as compliance, fixed price contracts, etc.
• Assist in identifying cost variations or other project and Division risk areas; assist in developing mitigation plans and document all for later use in audit support.
• Support pricing efforts for new proposals and existing project re-budgets.

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Economics with at least 5 years of relevant work experience working in the areas of the federal government, state & local, and commercial contracting.
• At least 3 years of experience with projects funded by USAID or other international funders.
• Demonstrated experience in finance and cost accounting, proposal pricing, and budgeting.
• International field office financial management experience, including U.S. dollar to local currency exchange rate conversions, is a plus but not required.

 Skills:

• Superior ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet established timelines.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and various contract types.
• Fine attention to detail, the ability to deal with confidential information, high level of proficiency in accounting systems (preferably Deltek Costpoint, QuickBooks, and Cognos analytics).
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator continually demonstrating sensitivity to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, including experience with large data sets and complicated budgets.
• Above-average initiative; highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work well independently and collaborate as a member of a team.
• Proficient in using standard Microsoft 365, including OneDrive, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Disclosures:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $98,000 to $105,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment .

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