The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Financial Analyst. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Required Work Experience At least 5 years of professional experience in financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting reporting, and BI tools. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge Ability to obtain CFA/ FPAC Certification within the first three years of employment. Proficiency in Excel and experience working with financial management systems and data structures. Experience working with human capital data and strong skills in using reporting tools to create meaningful reports and projections. Skilled in presenting financial data clearly and effectively to stakeholders at various levels, both in writing and verbally. Reading and retaining information, and the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, organization policy objectives that enable and support modern business practices and optimized performance. Knowledge of the current principles and practice of public administration, including budgeting and finance, governmental procurement, contracting, personnel, and capital project management. Knowledge of cost/benefit analysis and other statistical analysis methods. Ability to plan, direct, manage, and supervise programs and activities. Ability to set goals, plan, and monitor multi-million-dollar budgets. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Senate offices and SAA departments. As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial and operational data, identify trends, and generate insights to support long-range planning and budget development. Ability to support cross-functional financial initiatives and guide others through execution and analysis tasks. Exhibits integrity, initiative, and collaboration, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Power BI, Tableau, or SQL certifications are preferred. Working Conditions This position requires an onsite presence and directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate when in session. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Primarily sedentary with occasional walking. Ability to safely carry items under 25 pounds. Requires long periods of standing and computer use. Requires in-person or virtual presence during meetings, and briefings with customers and staff. Work is performed in different locations, both on and off the Capitol complex. Security Clearance This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.
Develops and maintains dynamic financial models to support business planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. Consolidates, cleans, and models data from multiple systems to enable accurate financial and operational reporting. Ensures data integrity and confidentiality by managing report documentation and user access in compliance with data governance policies. Monitors key performance indicators, analyzes variances, and delivers insights on trends and root causes through automated reporting tools. Prepares and presents monthly and quarterly financial reports, including budget variance analysis and strategic recommendations for leadership. Supports annual budgeting and long-term financial planning by collaborating with department leaders and providing financial guidance aligned with organizational goals. Other duties as assigned.