Finance Analyst - HHS

The Position:

We are looking for eager, driven candidates with experience in people management, communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and analysis to guide our teams in developing impactful solutions for our Federal clients.. The Finance Analyst is responsible for managing and analyzing financial data to support the bureau's budgetary processes. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting procedures, and federal regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and executing the agency's budget. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

Budget Execution:

Manage billing processes for HHS Operating Divisions (OpDivs).

Enter and track expenditure on the budget tool, manage the HHS wide software purchases, and validate charges.

Develop financial reports and provide cost analysis.

Identify cost savings opportunities and support budget planning activities.

Ensure financial data accuracy and integrity.

Responsible for maintaining all HHS wide purchases and ensure all information is accurate in the Vendor Management Office Development Tool.

Financial Analysis:

Conduct financial analysis to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of agency programs and operations.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend budget adjustments to optimize resource allocation.

Develop and implement cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.

Compliance and Reporting:

Ensure compliance with federal regulations, agency policies, and accounting standards.

Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including budget execution reports, financial statements, and performance metrics.

Respond to audits and inquiries from oversight agencies.

The Ideal Candidate:

At Censeo, we are looking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm will help shape Censeo's client insights and workplace culture. Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise, personality @types, and favorite breakfast foods. Our client and cultural successes are rooted in our team's innovation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problems are much more important to us than what's printed on your diploma. Some of the core qualifications for the role include:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in budget analysis or financial management

Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting federal clients

Strong proficiency in MS Excel

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred:

Strong understanding of federal financial management regulations, including OMB Circular A-11.

Technology Business Management (TBM) experience or certifications.

The Company:

Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients' most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions.

At Censeo, our award-winning culture means you'll join a tight-knit community of 95 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector, and we're also good friends who know the names of each other's dogs. Our philosophy is horizontal, not hierarchical, and our open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels. We share successes, make decisions together, and foster an environment for those with passion and initiative to lead. Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firm in ways that reach far beyond client projects.

The Location:

Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.

The Fine Print:

The salary range for this role is $65,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

Expected travel 0-10%; may?increase based on business needs

This is an exempt, full-time position

This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule in the Washington D.C.

Essential Physical Functions

Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time

Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at https://www.censeoconsulting.com/about/join-us/.

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

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