Journeyman Financial Administrator at Leidos in Gaithersburg, MD

Journeyman Financial Administrator Location: Alexandria, VA This Department of War enterprise data and analytics program delivers mission-critical capabilities that enable leaders across the Department to make faster, better-informed decisions using trusted data at scale. Leidos Digital Modernization sector is seeking an experienced Journeyman Financial Administrator to support the delivery, enhancement, and adoption of enterprise data and analytics products used across multiple DoD organizations. In this role, you will work alongside government partners, engineers, and other industry teammates to translate operational and strategic requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions. You will contribute directly to product planning, execution, and continuous improvement—helping ensure capabilities are delivered efficiently, aligned to mission priorities, and positioned for sustained success. This position offers the opportunity to work on a high-visibility, enterprise program at the intersection of data, analytics, and emerging AI technologies. Ideal candidates are motivated by mission impact, comfortable operating in complex stakeholder environments, and interested in building deep domain expertise while delivering capabilities with real-world national security outcomes. Primary Responsibilities: Support execution of program financial management activities, including cost tracking, labor reporting, and forecasting. Monitor and analyze financial data across CLINs, identifying trends, variances, and potential risks. Assist in preparation of financial inputs for Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) and Program Management Reviews (PMRs) . Track and report on program expenditures, burn rates, and projected costs. Support invoicing processes and ensure alignment with contract and financial requirements. Coordinate with program management, operations, and finance teams to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data. Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and tracking tools. Support audit activities by preparing financial documentation and responding to data calls. Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements. Identify and support implementation of improvements to financial processes and reporting. Assist in reconciliation of financial data and validation of reported metrics. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline and 4–8 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 2–6 years of relevant experience. Experience supporting financial management, cost analysis, or program finance in enterprise environments. Experience with financial reporting, forecasting, and data analysis. Experience working with financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and support cross-functional coordination.. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs. Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and variance analysis. Knowledge of Leidos financial systems such as: CostPoint, Cognos, Fusion, and Insight. Experience working in cost-plus or CLIN-based contract environments. Familiarity with financial tools (e.g., Deltek, SAP, or similar systems). Experience supporting audits (e.g., SOC1 or financial compliance audits). Experience with System and Organization Controls (SOC) audits and reporting. Familiarity with Government contracting processes and requirements. Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, or equivalent). #ADVANA If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: May 8, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Additional Locations: Gaithersburg, MD