Financial Analyst

Role Overview

• Provide project control support for monthly close activities, including variance analysis across revenue, margin, billable hours, and other key performance drivers
• Own project-level billing and invoicing, working closely with Accounting, Contracts, and Program Managers to prepare accurate, timely invoices in accordance with contract terms
• Prepare and maintain Estimates-at-Completion (EACs), analyzing budget vs. forecast vs. actuals and identifying financial and operational trends
• Conduct contract and subcontract administration, including monitoring funding levels and analyzing project cost, schedule, performance, risks, and variances
• Reconcile unbilled balances, provide regular status updates on overdue invoices, support timesheet reviews, and maintain billing and project financial tracking files
• Partner with Program Managers and Directors to support day-to-day project financial management, translating financial data into actionable insights
• Develop and deliver monthly financial reports and dashboards to program leadership and company executives
• Support executive briefings, ad-hoc financial analysis, and decision support across a portfolio of projects
• Coordinate with program leadership to ensure project execution remains aligned with approved budgets and financial plans

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 4+ years of experience in finance, project accounting, or project financial operations, preferably in a professional services or consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience owning client billing and invoicing, including preparing invoices, reconciling unbilled balances, and partnering with accounting and contracts teams
• Experience performing project-level financial control and analysis, such as budgeting, forecasting, estimates-at-completion (EACs), variance analysis, and margin analysis
• Willingness and ability to own both analytical project financial management and hands-on billing/invoicing responsibilities as part of a single role
• Comfort operating across functions, with the ability to translate project financial performance directly into accurate billing and reporting
• Strong understanding of income statements, cash flow, and project economics in time-and-materials and fixed-price contract environments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial models) and strong working knowledge of Google Sheets and financial analysis tools
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, policies, and invoicing instructions, and apply them accurately in billing and financial analysis
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with program managers, executives, clients, and cross-functional partners
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive financial and client information
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growing organization where roles span both analytical work and hands-on execution

Benefits

• Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
• Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
• Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
• Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
• Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
• Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
• Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
• Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
• Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
• 401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
• Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
• Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
• Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
• Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
• Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
• Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
• Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
• Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care