Senior Financial Analyst, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor

Role Overview

• Perform advanced financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting across multiple appropriations, including congressionally earmarked funds.
• Lead coordination of foreign assistance funding throughout the full grant lifecycle, including pre-award, award, and post-award phases.
• Oversee preparation and submission of Form 7600 A & B and ensure compliance with Department financial requirements.
• Manage and reconcile financial data across PMS, GFMS, and related systems; resolve discrepancies in coordination with HHS and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze Federal Financial Reports (FFR-425) and conduct detailed account reviews to identify and correct variances.
• Track grant awards, obligations, and expenditures; maintain accurate financial records and reporting tools.
• Lead development and maintenance of complex Excel-based tracking systems and financial models.
• Support year-end closeout and mid-year financial reviews across multiple funding streams.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for leadership on financial status, audits, and closeout activities.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for financial inquiries and escalated issues requiring senior-level expertise.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders—including DRL leadership, Regional Bureaus, CGFS, and U.S. embassies on financial tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and experience managing foreign assistance funding.
• Demonstrated experience with federal financial systems, including PMS, GFMS, Ariba, and related platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial tracking and modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex financial discrepancies.
• Knowledge of government contracting procedures and federal grant management processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead process improvements, and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments with high-volume workloads and shifting priorities.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including to sensitive or high-risk locations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Benefits

• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employees and families)
• Supplemental Insurance
• 11 Federal Holidays
• At least three weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), including sick and personal leave