Financial Analyst

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver. 

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives. 

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world. 

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within. 

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

We are seeking a Mid‑Level Financial Analyst with a strategic mindset and strong leadership presence to support and optimize financial planning, execution, and reporting for high‑impact NAVWAR and PAE Mission Systems programs. This role requires a seasoned professional who can lead financial forecasting efforts, guide decision‑making with data‑driven insights, and collaborate effectively across both functional and technical teams.

Scope of Responsibilities:
• Support preparation of complex monthly financial reports using standardized processes and templates, providing strategic insights that inform leadership decisions.
• Monitor and analyze program spending, proactively identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to maintain alignment with financial targets.
• Own and maintain execution reporting, ensuring accuracy across labor rosters, burn rates, and multiple budget lines.
• Develop executive‑level slide decks and tailored briefings that translate financial data into actionable intelligence for stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to program leadership, offering risk‑informed financial strategies and surfacing issues before they impact program outcomes.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration.
• At least 5 years of financial management experience, including 3+ years supporting NAVWAR or DoD programs. • Strong Microsoft Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, financial modeling, and scenario planning. • Demonstrated proficiency with financial systems and data integration tools (e.g., ERP systems, business intelligence platforms). • Proven track record in strategic planning, risk analysis, and budget execution for complex federal programs. • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical or operational risks into financial terms. • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams with a high degree of autonomy.