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NOAO

Program Financial Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

Lead financial support for assigned Program(s)/Service(s) during the annual Program Operating Plan ... Analyze budget vs. actual variances, funding availability, and financial risks. * Identify and ...

NOAO

Program Financial Analyst

Tucson, AZ · On-site

Lead financial support for assigned Program(s)/Service(s) during the annual Program Operating Plan ... Analyze budget vs. actual variances, funding availability, and financial risks. * Identify and ...

Peraton

Program Financial Analyst

Reston, VA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Own end-to-end program financial management, including budget analysis, forecasting, and invoicing to meet contractual and project requirements. * Track depreciation and amortization on an ongoing ...

ClearPlan

Program Financial Analyst

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Program Financial Analyst / Tool SME (Deltek Cobra, Oracle, and/or Microsoft tool-sets) Role Description & Responsibilities: * Position will require client travel at least 25% of the time.

ClearPlan

Program Financial Analyst

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Program Financial Analyst / Tool SME (Deltek Cobra, Oracle, and/or Microsoft tool-sets) Role Description & Responsibilities: * Position will require client travel at least 25% of the time.

General Atomics

Program Financial Analyst

Poway, CA · On-site

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Program Finance Analyst to join our Finance department supporting our Aeronautical Systems (ASI) affiliate. This position is in San Diego (Poway), CA ...

Anduril Industries

Program Financial Analyst

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$77K - $102K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB As a Program Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for EAC budgeting and maintenance, income statement and balance sheet forecasting, and internal reporting requirements under the ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead program financial analyst in the United States is $88,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectLead Program Financial AnalystProgram Financial Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; often preferred certifications like CFA or CPABachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; certifications are optional
Work EnvironmentTypically leads financial planning, analysis, and reporting within project teams; may oversee junior analystsSupports financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting under supervision; focuses on specific projects or programs
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, government, and large organizations managing complex programsWidely used across industries for supporting project and program financials

The Lead Program Financial Analyst generally has more responsibilities, including leadership and strategic planning, compared to the Program Financial Analyst who primarily supports financial tasks. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but the lead position often demands additional certifications and experience.

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A lead program financial analyst oversees financial planning, budgeting, and analysis for specific programs or projects within an organization. They develop financial models, monitor performance metrics, and collaborate with project teams to ensure financial goals are met, often using tools like Excel or financial software. Strong analytical skills and experience in financial management are essential for this role.

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Program Financial Analyst

Washington, DC • On-site

NOAO
Scientific Research and Development Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about NOAOexternal

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

The Program Financial Analyst (PFA) reports to the Associate Director of Administration and is a key member of NOIRLab’s Management Support Services (MSS) organization. MSS includes the Portfolio Management Office (PMO), Finance, Document Management, and other shared business services.

NOIRLab is a complex, matrixed organization with an annual budget of approximately $116M, executed across five Programs and four Service areas. The PFA serves as the primary financial partner for assigned Program(s) and/or Service(s), providing endtoend financial planning, analysis, reporting, and compliance support.

This is a midlevel, highimpact role for a handson financial analyst who enjoys partnering with leadership, translating technical financial data into insights, and supporting datadriven decisionmaking in a missiondriven, scientific research environment.

Essential Functions
Financial Management & Business Partnership
  • Serve as the primary financial partner to Program and/or Service leadership and budget managers.
  • Provide tailored, endtoend financial planning, analysis, and decisionsupport services.
  • Develop and maintain metrics and dashboards to monitor financial health, trends, and risks.
Budget Development & Planning
  • Lead financial support for assigned Program(s)/Service(s) during the annual Program Operating Plan (POP) process.
  • Support preparation of quarterly and annual external financial reports to the National Science Foundation (NSF).
  • Partner with budget managers and AURA Central Administrative Services (CAS) to develop bottomup budgets using appropriate methodologies (e.g., earned value where applicable).
Forecasting & Workforce Planning
  • Produce recurring inyear and multiyear forecasts, rolling budgets, and estimates at completion (EAC).
  • Maintain workforce plans, hiring assumptions, and detailed staffing changes to support quarterly forecasting and reporting.
  • Incorporate scope changes, updated cost data, and evolving assumptions into forecasts.
Proposal & New Funding Support
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop compliant, realistic budgets for new funding opportunities and proposals.
  • Translate technical scope into fully costed labor and nonlabor budgets.
  • Develop bases of estimate and provide financial guidance through proposal submission.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Analyze budget vs. actual variances, funding availability, and financial risks.
  • Identify and recommend corrective actions and mitigation strategies.
  • Design and implement new financial reports and analyses in response to emerging needs.
  • Partner with CAS and external experts to develop analytical tools and improve reporting capabilities.
Compliance & Internal Controls
  • Support NOIRLab’s internal controls and ensure compliance with:
    • NOIRLab policies and procedures
    • AURA policies
    • Contractual and award requirements
  • Advise managers on applicability of:
    • OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)
    • Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
    • Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of NOIRLab’s financial planning, analysis, and control processes.
Collaboration & Organizational Support
  • Work closely with other PFAs, the NOIRLab Finance team, PMO, Management Team, and CAS.
  • Support crossfunctional initiatives and organizational financial coherence.
Requirements
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 4+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or a similar role.
Technical Skills
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Deltek Costpoint, Oracle, Sage, or similar).
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large, complex data sets.
Core Competencies
  • Strong analytical and criticalthinking skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across all levels.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and interest in improving and streamlining processes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree (MBA or similar) or professional financial certification.
  • Experience with:
    • Deltek Costpoint and Cognos BI
    • Business intelligence and data tools (Access, SQL, Business Objects)
  • Background in federally sponsored research, nonprofit, or government contract environments.
  • Familiarity with:
    • OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)
    • FAR and CAS
    • Earned Value Management (EVM)
    • Indirect rate development and application
  • Experience training others on financial systems or tools.
  • Proficiency with collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Confluence, Asana, JIRA).
  • Experience in international, multicultural, or hightechnology environments.
  • Working knowledge of Spanish.
Occasional travel within and outside the contiguous United States.
 
Location: Preferably Tucson, open to Washinton D.C. 
 
The NSF NOIRLab is the preeminent US national center for ground-based, nighttime optical and infrared astronomy. NOIRLab is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) which operates as a matrix organization, providing services across a range of programs: Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC; with facilities in three geographic locations: Arizona, Chile and Hawai’i. The mission of NOIRLab is to enable breakthrough discoveries in astrophysics by developing and operating state-of-the-art ground-based observatories and providing data products and services for our community.
 
Salary Range: $85,000 - $108,000 per year. The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 
 
AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at Benefits by Location - Aura Human Resources
 

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