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Overview Financial Analyst:

Bowhead is seeking a Financial Analyst for an upcoming effort in the Fort Meade, MD area. This key position supports the International Acquisitions Branch with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) financial management, reconciliation, case closure, and process compliance in support of DISA's international acquisition mission. Responsibilities FMS Financial Management Prepare funding documents and load financial information into FMS/BPC-related financial systems, including DISA accounting systems, TSEAS Inventory and Billing Information (TIBI), Defense Integrated Financial System (DIFS), Centralized Information System for International Logistics (CISIL), and various Security Cooperation systems. Maintain electronic case and funding document files via SharePoint and shared drives. Collect, analyze, and file vouchers for FMS/BPC contracts. Review financial plans and coordinate with the DISA Comptroller's Office, Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), and other DoD agencies to identify discrepancies and validate transactions. FMS Reconciliation and Financial Process Retrieve and analyze reports from DoD financial and logistical systems to ensure full reconciliation of all FMS/BPC case transactions. Retrieve FMS case-related funding documentation and financial reports from accounting systems, DIFS, and CISIL; review and analyze to ensure transactions are reconciled across all systems and that both the performance and cash sides of DIFS are aligned. Reconcile and clear financial discrepancies to align systems as required. Obtain voucher copies, enter information into required systems, and prepare funding packages for submission in accordance with DoD and Office of the Chief Financial Officer requirements. Prepare and coordinate voucher correction packages with DISA and DFAS to ensure correct billing. FMS Case Closure Review the inventory of FMS/BPC cases in supply/service complete (SSC) status and provide recommendations on case closure actions. Research contract and funding discrepancies and draft follow-up letters for document finalization. Operating Procedures and Internal Processes Provide input and recommendations on business process development for Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) compliance efforts for approximately 60 cases monthly. Maintain a complete library of SOPs for all FMS/BPC tasks. Ensure a comprehensive and compliant records management system is in place. Develop and update business process flow charts and narratives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a business-related field such as Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or Economics required. Required Experience At least three (3) years of financial management experience. Familiarity with Security Assistance and/or Security Cooperation. Knowledge and experience with FMS-related financial systems including DSAMS (Defense Security Assistance Management System), CISIL (Centralized Integrated System for International Logistics), and SCIP (Security Cooperation Information Portal). Understanding of DoD financial policies, including the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. Salary range is $90,000- $125,000 commensurate with experience. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.