Financial Analyst I

The role

You will build and maintain Excel models for project budgeting, forecasting and financial tracking. You will also consolidate financial data, report on project performance and support month-end and quarter-end close.

What you will do

• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot complex Excel models for project budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking
• Consolidate and reconcile financial data from multiple sources
• Create charts, dashboards, and reports on financial trends and project performance
• Prepare and update PowerPoint presentations of financial findings for leadership
• Track project budgets against actuals and flag variances and discrepancies
• Support month-end and quarter-end close, including basic journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Maintain organized, well-documented spreadsheets and files for audit readiness
• Partner with program managers and finance team members to gather data and refine financial models
• Identify ways to improve reporting templates, automate recurring tasks, and streamline data workflows
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting as requested

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas (INDEX/MATCH, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS), pivot tables, and building and auditing complex models
• Working knowledge of PowerPoint
• Strong data visualization skills
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals, basic financial statements)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• 1–5 years of relevant experience (internships count)
• Prior exposure to financial analysis or project accounting
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality systems
• U.S. citizenship

Nice to have

• Experience with charting tools or BI platforms such as Power BI or Tableau

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, and more
• 401k with company match
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year
• 40 hours of sick time
• 12 annual company holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Before you apply

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Skills will be evaluated in real time during the interview
• All hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States
• The employer uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility

About the company

Zone 5 Technologies develops precision weapons, interceptors, and unmanned aircraft systems for the United States and its allies. It is a federal contractor.