Financial Analyst - Intermediate

Job Title: Financial Analyst - Intermediate Job Code: FIN131 Location: Remote Reports to: Program Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority Prepared Date: 10/20/2026   A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify. Position Summary: The Intermediate Financial Analyst provides financial execution and administrative support to the U.S. Coast Guard Office of International Acquisition (CG-DCS-2) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Excess Defense Articles (EDA) programs. Working under the direction of the Contractor Project Manager and Government COR, the analyst supports routine FMS case financial management, reconciliations, reporting, and case file maintenance. The analyst uses Coast Guard and DoD financial systems and follows applicable security assistance and financial management guidance. Compensation & Benefits: Starting Salary Range for Financial Analyst - Intermediate: $100,000 – $104,000 Benefits That Set Us Apart When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work. Highlights include: • Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security • Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage • Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options • Short-term and long-term disability coverage • Paid holidays • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options • Professional development, training, and certification support • Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are. Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply. Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: Includes the following: • Support CG-DCS-2 routine FMS case financial management across the case life cycle; coordinate with Case Managers/Financial Managers to meet required milestones. • Perform financial execution support (record obligational authority and liquidated obligations, research/analyze/reconcile current and prior-year accounts) using CAS/FSMS and MISIL. • Prepare Case Directions in SCIP to request MIPRs for FMS cases. • Prepare and route MIPR acceptances and draft packages for Government review/approval in FSMS. • Provide weekly reconciliation support by researching and reconciling outstanding obligations with internal stakeholders (e.g., CG-8/CG-9/FINCEN) using FSMS. • Assist with formal FMS Financial Management Reviews (FMRs) and related supporting documentation per DoD/DSCA/NIPO requirements. • Maintain/update ACRN Breakdown and MIPR/Expenditure Breakdown Reports and support verification of RSNs/ACRN line items to help resolve unbilled expenditures; support CFO Web PCT account certification. • Provide program office administrative support: correspondence (memos/letters/briefings), meeting support and notes, trackers, metrics reports, electronic archiving/file audits, and FACTS (or equivalent) manpower data entry. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory/management authority Basic Qualifications: • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting related field • Five (5) years of experience in USCG or DoD budgeting, formulation, and execution • FMS USCG or DoD case-level financial and business operations experience • Experienced use of Microsoft Office Suite 2016 and Adobe Pro • Must be a US Citizen. • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods. • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Company Information: Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI-PY1 Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. For applicants located in Colorado, New York, California, Washington, Illinois, Hawaii, Massachusetts, or other states with pay transparency requirements: the estimated annual salary range for this position is $100,000 – $104,000. Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, and location. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee-federal.com. This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.