Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team. Job Title: Business Analyst - Finance. Location: Washington, DC. Position Summary:
- The Operations & Controls Analyst provides hands-on analytical, operational, and governance support across financial planning, reporting, transaction oversight, and audit preparedness.
- This role supports disciplined financial stewardship by executing standardized processes, preparing detailed analyses, maintaining controls documentation, and supporting resource and commitment oversight across operating and capital budgets.
- This individual will work closely with cross-functional partners in various departments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial and operational insights that inform leadership decision-making.
- The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and comfort operating within tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning, Reporting, and Controls:
- Prepare monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses using standardized templates, including identification of material variances, root-cause drivers, and draft corrective actions.
- Support annual and multi-year financial planning (MYFP), quarterly forecasting, and monthly operating and capital expenditure reporting.
- Maintain and update standardized cost models, assumptions, and reporting tools in approved repositories.
- Assist with scenario-based financial analysis tied to key decision.
- Support month-end close activities, including expense reconciliation and accrual preparation.
Transaction Governance and Compliance Oversight:
- Document and maintain end-to-end workflows for invoice processing, contract requisitions, and purchase orders in partnership with cross-functional partners.
- Track transaction exceptions, rework, and processing timelines; prepare governance and compliance reporting for leadership review.
- Support invoice review, vendor billing reconciliation, and PO funding monitoring.
- Assist with development of job aids and guidance materials related to approval thresholds, routing requirements, and escalation paths.
- Assist with audit readiness, and performance monitoring.
Resource Planning and Commitment Oversight
- Monitor purchase order funding utilization and flag underfunded or overcommitted positions.
Required Qualifications:
- 5-8 years of progressive experience in financial operations, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), accounting, or business operations.
- Demonstrated experience supporting expense budget management, including operating maintenance and capital development.
- Hands-on experience with expense reconciliation, invoice review, and vendor billing processes.
- Prior exposure to audit preparedness, internal controls, or compliance-driven environments.
- Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (financial modeling, variance analysis, reconciliation).
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a structured environment.
- High attention to detail with strong documentation and follow-through skills.
- Polished oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Experience and Exposure:
- Experience working in environments with formal procurement, contract management, and approval protocols.
- Experience supporting multi-year financial planning or large, complex budgets.
- Prior collaboration with cross-functional partners such as FP&A, Procurement, and Accounts Payable.
- Working knowledge of project management principles, including task tracking, issue logs, and milestone-based delivery.
Work Style Expectations
- Detail-oriented, methodical, and process-driven.
- Proactive in identifying issues, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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Ampcus, Inc
Jan 19, 2026