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Description
Are you an analytical thinker who excels at financial problem-solving, thrives on delivering high-quality, detail-oriented work, and enjoys tackling complex challenges?
Do you love working with numbers and spreadsheets?
If so, we're looking for you to join our team as a Financial Analyst in the Research and Exploratory Development Department (REDD) at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
REDD’s goal is to accelerate innovation and work collaboratively with the APL Sectors and Mission Areas to realize technology breakthroughs and transitions that solve mission-critical problems in national security, space, and biological sciences. As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in managing our overhead portfolio and provide strategic analysis that enables REDD’s leadership team to make game-changing decisions. You'll be joining a hard-working team that provides exceptional business operations support to our stakeholders.
As a Financial Analyst you will...
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contactAccommodations@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$58,700 Annually
Maximum Rate
$146,300 Annually
Are you an analytical thinker who excels at financial problem-solving, thrives on delivering high-quality, detail-oriented work, and enjoys tackling complex challenges?
Do you love working with numbers and spreadsheets?
If so, we're looking for you to join our team as a Financial Analyst in the Research and Exploratory Development Department (REDD) at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
REDD’s goal is to accelerate innovation and work collaboratively with the APL Sectors and Mission Areas to realize technology breakthroughs and transitions that solve mission-critical problems in national security, space, and biological sciences. As a Financial Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in managing our overhead portfolio and provide strategic analysis that enables REDD’s leadership team to make game-changing decisions. You'll be joining a hard-working team that provides exceptional business operations support to our stakeholders.
As a Financial Analyst you will...
- Collaborate with internal customers and stakeholders to play an active role in the overall financial success and operational efficiency of our overhead portfolio.
- Prepare and present clear, accurate financial briefings for senior leaders with an emphasis on insight, precision, and clarity.
- Analyze, prepare, and present comprehensive monthly financial reports on the fiscal/operational health of our technical teams.
- Integrate data from multiple systems (e.g., PEER, Data Warehouse, ADDIT, EBSS) to produce ad-hoc and routine analyses.
- Partner with REDD Leadership and assist in the development of labor and non-labor plans, including in depth variance analysis and reporting.
- Develop long range forecasting models to inform REDD strategic priorities
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Bachelor 's Degree in a Business area (e.g. Business Management, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance)
- Have a 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Have the proven ability to be a self-starter with a high level of initiative and ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
- Are highly skilled in Microsoft Excel.
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Demonstrated excellence in problem recognition, follow-through, initiative, discretion, good judgment when dealing with sensitive information, and success meeting deadlines.
- Exceptional communication skills to include a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with different levels of staff with little supervision.
- Analytical thinking and ability to recognize and correct grammatical, spelling, punctuation, numerical, and logical organizational errors.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where priorities can shift quickly.
- Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...
- A Master's Degree in Business & Administration, Accounting, Finance, or similar field.
- Have experience with APL business systems (PEER, Data Warehouse, ADDIT, EBSS).
- Experience with Tableau Software and/or PowerBI.
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities athttp://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contactAccommodations@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$58,700 Annually
Maximum Rate
$146,300 Annually
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