Sr Operations Financial Planning Analyst – Veterans Evaluation Services - Maximus Services, LLC

Maximus is currently hiring for a Sr Operations Financial Planning Analyst to join our Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) team. This is a remote opportunity. The Sr Operations Financial Planning Analyst is responsible for providing critical support and oversight of assigned financial aspects of the Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) Program's financials including; the development and implementation of the annual operating plan, forecasting all expenses, and other key analytical roles to develop process improvements in financial analysis and reporting. This position will be a key liaison between operations and finance and will be responsible for providing direct support to the finance organization within the Federal Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) program.

Job Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Support the timely preparation and creation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts.

- Lead and coordinate with Operations Management to develop operational productivity analysis.

- Request data from various systems in support of financial administration and analysis.

- Assist the project team with the development of presentations and data requests.

- Provide guidance and monitoring on the creation of project and financial controls.

- Review contract modifications; maintain financial contract files.

- Support month-end close processes such as reconciliations of cash, prepaid, facility or provider costs.

- Responsible for certain Accounts Payable functions (cash disbursements) through the internal purchasing system.

- Provide oversight and guidance and/or monitor vendor and expense report transactions.

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.

- 5-7 years of related professional experience.

Education and Experience Requirements

Additional Duties:

• Supports the timely preparation and creation of financial reports, budgets, forecasts and all required financial reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, while performing variance analysis between forecast and actuals
• Leads and coordinates with Operations Management to develop operational productivity analysis and create & maintain reports for the tracking of metrics to identify revenues and costs by category, or others as requested.
• Request data from various systems in support of financial administration and analysis. Systems include: Deltek, Cognos, OMS, Salesforce, or other.
• Generate reports and meet deliverables for project reporting to include Monthly Project Reviews, weekly staffing reports, ad hoc reports as requested by the Program Team and Leadership
• Prepare, maintain, report financial data collection; ensure auditability and accuracy of financial records; Explain variances and identify the causes for assigned P&Ls
• Assist the project team with the development of presentations, updates to administrative documentation and the documentation of deliverables.
• Work with internal and external auditors during periodic reviews and audits. Assist in the preparation of periodic audit schedules, tax work papers, revenue by state, and or 1099 deliverables/inquiries.
• Provide guidance and monitoring on the creation of project and financial controls to limit mistakes or errors associated with costs or labor charging.
• Reviews contract modifications, maintain financial contract files and prepare and reconcile reporting on billing stats and funding as appropriate.
• Supports month-end close processes i.e., reconciliations of cash, prepaid, facility or provider costs. Creates journal entries to ensure completeness of project reporting as well as adherence to GAAP.
• Responsible for certain AP functions through Coupa and cash disbursements through bank requests and transactions to ensure vendors and providers are paid accurately and timely.
• Provide oversight & guidance and/or monitors vendor & expense report transactions to ensure expenses are coded correctly.
• Lead cooperative effort among members of a team.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and makes recommended changes to policies and establishes procedures where needed.
• Interacts with different levels of external and internal customers.
• Ensures the confidentiality and security of all corporate information.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Economics or related field of study.
• Strong organizational, verbal, written, analytical, problem solving, teamwork and communication skills required.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (strong Word and Excel skills)
• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently.
• Ability to be a self-starter.

• Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net )
• Preferred Windows or Mac (no Chromebooks)
• OS for Windows - Windows 10 or newer
• OS for Mac - Big Sur (11.0.1+); Catalina (10.15); MacOS (up to 12.5) or newer
• Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router
• USB plug and play wired headset with a microphone and noise suppression
• Private work area and adequate power source
• A second monitor is highly recommended for most positions
• Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US

MAXIMUS Introduction

Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Posted Max

USD $95,000.00/Yr.

Posted Min

USD $64,800.00/Yr.