Federal Cost & Financial Analyst (All Levels in at VAAS Professionals, LLC

Overview

We are seeking qualified professionals across all experience levels (Junior, Mid-Level, Senior, and Lead/Project Manager) to support Federal financial management engagements focused on indirect cost rate analysis, cost allocation, and compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance). This role supports mission-critical work requiring analytical rigor, audit-ready documentation, and the ability to operate in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.

Core Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Perform financial analysis aligned with Federal cost principles (2 CFR Part 200)
• Support review and validation of indirect cost rates, fringe rates, and cost allocation plans
• Analyze financial statements, cost pools, and allocation bases to assess allowability, allocability, and reasonableness
• Prepare audit-ready documentation, reconciliation workpapers, and supporting analyses
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and financial tools for data analysis and modeling
• Maintain documentation sufficient for Federal review, audit, and compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams and Government stakeholders
• Operate in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Obtain and maintain required HHS security clearance/credentials

Level-Based Expectations

Junior Accountant (Entry-Level)

• Provide analytical and administrative support
• Perform data analysis, reconciliations, and documentation
• Apply foundational accounting knowledge

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance, or related)
• 1+ year experience
• Basic accounting and financial analysis knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and organization

Mid-Level Accountant

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and reconciliations
• Support indirect cost and financial reviews
• Analyze audited financial statements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years experience
• Experience in auditing, financial analysis, or cost accounting
• Working knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200

Senior Accountant

• Lead complex analyses and financial reviews
• Support negotiation of indirect cost rates and allocation plans
• Identify compliance risks and financial issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years experience
• Strong knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200, GAAP, and Federal cost principles
• Experience with reconciliation workpapers and stakeholder coordination

Lead / Project Manager (Accounting Manager)

• Provide overall contract oversight, quality assurance, and Government coordination
• Manage teams, assign work, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
• Lead complex Federal cost accounting engagements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (CPA or advanced degree preferred)
• 8+ years Federal cost accounting experience
• Expertise in 2 CFR Part 200, GAAP, and Federal financial management
• Strong leadership and executive communication skills

Required Capabilities (All Levels)

• Proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools
• Experience supporting financial transparency and audit readiness
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

Why Join Us

• Work on high-impact Federal engagements supporting government-wide financial oversight
• Clear progression across experience levels
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical cost allocation programs
• Collaborative, performance-driven environment