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How much do financial management analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial management analyst in the United States is $87,563.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Financial Management Analysts when working with cross-departmental teams?

Financial Management Analysts often collaborate with departments like operations, marketing, and IT to align financial goals with broader business objectives. A common challenge is translating complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial colleagues, ensuring everyone understands the impact on budgets and forecasts. Additionally, analysts may need to balance competing priorities and manage tight deadlines, especially during budgeting cycles or when financial reports are due. Building strong communication skills and fostering relationships across teams can help overcome these hurdles and lead to more effective financial planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Financial Management Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Financial Management Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid background in finance or accounting, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Proficiency in financial modeling, Microsoft Excel, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and sometimes certifications like CFA or CPA are highly valuable. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help analysts clearly present insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills enable accurate financial analysis, informed decision-making, and effective support of organizational financial goals.

What does a Financial Management Analyst do?

A Financial Management Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing recommendations to improve an organization’s financial performance. They assess budgets, monitor financial trends, and evaluate financial operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with regulations. These analysts often work closely with management to develop strategies, forecast future financial outcomes, and support decision-making processes.

What is the difference between Financial Management Analyst vs Financial Analyst?

AspectFinancial Management AnalystFinancial Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; certifications like CFA or CPA are commonBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related; CFA certification is advantageous
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance departments, government agencies, or consulting firmsInvestment firms, banks, corporate finance teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across public and private sectors focusing on financial planning and managementPrimarily in investment and banking sectors analyzing market data

Financial Management Analysts focus on managing and optimizing organizational financial resources, budgeting, and financial planning. Financial Analysts primarily analyze financial data, market trends, and investment opportunities. While both roles require similar credentials and often work in related environments, their core responsibilities differ—one manages internal financial strategies, the other evaluates external financial data.

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Infographic showing various Financial Management Analyst job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, 55% Part Time, and 9% Temporary. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,563 per year, or $42.1 per hour.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Air National Guard Units

Fairchild Air Force Base, WA • On-site, Remote

$75K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Air National Guard rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 46 rated military and defense


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This is a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Technician position:
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Location:
141st Comptroller Flight
Fairchild AFB, Washington 99011-9413
Air National Guard Units
Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service
Advertised as: Title 5
May be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
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A GS-0501-11, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST:
  • Independently performs and examines financial management functions to ensure internal and external accounting systems and administrative controls are sufficient to confirm that obligations and disbursements comply with applicable laws, and that funds are safeguarded against waste, loss, and misappropriation.
  • Reviews accounting and pay documents, travel vouchers, and vendor payments to ensure supporting documentation is proper and valid.
  • Performs post-audit voucher reviews.
  • Aggregates data from multiple financial and accounting systems and sources in order to directly or indirectly provide the Comptroller, Wing Commander, United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Unites States Air Force (USAF), DFAS, Department of the Treasury and senior level management with accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Ensures the proper documentation, accounting, and auditability of funds, and their traceability to the USPFO in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and/or applicable laws.
  • Analyzes and accurately processes financial services transactions (i.e., payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements) while applying quality assurances techniques.
  • Resolves complex functional problems within the pay system for affected customers. Develops recommendations for actions under uncertain conditions with short and rapidly changing program deadlines.
  • Facilitates the resolution of intricate entitlement discrepancies for serviced customers, and ensures proper interfaces with appropriate DoD agencies and federal financial systems.
  • Executes full spectrum pay and entitlement operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounting, and Travel Pay).
  • Provides expert interpretation on DoD and DFAS regulatory and administrative guidelines in accordance with generally accepted principles.
  • Interprets policies and collaborates with the financial management enterprise to facilitate best practices and compliance assurance.
  • Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability off financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place.
  • Determines the legality of entitlements/collection actions and provides decision support to the Financial Manager.
  • Processes data and performs broad-in-depth financial analysis of interrelated accounting, military and civilian pay, accounts payable and receivable, and various travel entitlements to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out-of-balance conditions associated with processing actions within Financial Management systems.
  • Analyzes and evaluates data to conduct a variety of fiscal reconciliations, reviews, and account adjustments.
  • Analyzes diverse financial management technical methods, techniques, precedent cases, and procedures to resolve an extensive range of difficult financial issues or problems.
  • Reconciles Resource Center Manager(RCM) accounts ensuring data integrity.
  • Coordinates with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and posts validated accounts to the General Ledger.
  • Resolves pay and entitlement problems unique to the customer.
  • Manages and executes internal control procedures to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 36 months of fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
***Note: If this vacancy announcement indicates Specialized Experience, "1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level", you must provide your last SF 50, if you are a current or former Federal Employee and you want to be considered under this provision.
Education
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Degree Required: N/A
Combination of Specialized Experience and Education:
The applicant's educational degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience: Completed undergraduate or graduate education, the awarded college degree should be in one of, or a combination of the following disciplines: accounting, business, finance, economics, math, statistics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management.
Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience):
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
or
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
or
LL.M., if related
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
- Certain incentive(s) may be available pending funding and approval but are not guaranteed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
If you are unable to upload a document online please send the document via email to our WA HRO Distro Box.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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