Financial Analyst I

Amentum is looking for a Financial Analyst I to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. The Financial Analyst I is responsible for preparing and analyzing budgets and operational performance reports. Working under clear guidance, this entry-level role partners with functional and operations managers to develop annual budgets and identify corrective actions when cost performance deviates from targets.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Track, process, and distribute recurring financial deliverables.
• Develop annual budgets for assigned customers under the direct guidance of senior team members.
• Generate standard weekly and monthly financial reports that contrast actual operational performance against approved budget targets.
• Identify cost variances and overruns, flagging discrepancies to functional and operations managers for further review.
• Prepare forecasts to support estimates at completion and total funding requirements by CLIN for each customer assigned.
• Reconcile open commitments with procurement and subcontracts data to ensure foundational data integrity for upcoming forecasts.
• Coordinate with Accounting to produce accurate invoices for customers. Support all collection efforts.
• Support monthly financial customer review to include briefing the customer, answering questions, and engaging with operations and functional management to provide a comprehensive financial briefing.
• Participate in cost proposal development for various construction and targets projects.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a demonstrated equivalent field of study.
• Entry-level professional capacity with a strong foundation in basic financial and accounting principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a proven aptitude for detail-oriented work.
• Working knowledge of standard word-processing platforms, integrated financial software applications, and spreadsheet models (such as Excel).
• Ability for occasional domestic travel as required by project needs.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer within a standard office setting.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds as needed.
• Ability to maintain a high level of mental alertness, plan and organize complex workflows, and thrive under tight deadlines.

Compensation Details:
$68,000 - $95,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
06/17/2026 - 06/17/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .