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Ignite Digital

Mid-level Financial Analyst

San Diego, California, United States

Location
San Diego, California, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Mid level
Function
Finance
Pay
From $80K a year (read from the ad)
Posted
Yesterday

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $80K a year, is 36% below the median of $125K for mid level finance jobs in California (middle half $100K – $160K, 120 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital

  • Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
  • Education stipends and referral bonuses
  • Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
  • Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
  • Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
  • Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

We are seeking a Mid Financial Analyst with a strategic mindset and leadership presence to oversee and optimize financial planning, execution, and reporting for high-impact NAVWAR and PEO C4I programs. This role requires a seasoned professional who can lead financial forecasting efforts, guide decision-making with data-driven insights, and collaborate effectively across functional and technical teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support preparation of complex monthly financial reports using standardized processes and templates; provide strategic insights that inform leadership decisions
  • Monitor and analyze program spending, proactively identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to maintain alignment with financial targets
  • Own and maintain the execution reporting, ensuring accuracy across Labor Rosters, burn rates, and multiple budget lines
  • Develop executive-level slide decks and tailored briefings that synthesize financial data into actionable intelligence for stakeholders
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to program leadership, offering risk-informed financial strategies and surfacing issues before they impact program outcomes

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration
  • At least 5 years of experience in financial management, including 3+ years supporting NAVWAR or DoD programs
  • Microsoft Excel capabilities; comfort with pivot tables, financial models, and scenario planning
  • Demonstrated proficiency with financial systems and data integration tools (e.g., ERP systems, Business Intelligence platforms)
  • Proven track record in strategic planning, risk analysis, and budget execution for complex federal programs
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate technical or operational risks into financial language
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams with a high level of autonomy

Desired Qualifications

  • Active DoD SECRET clearance (preferred) or the ability to obtain one
  • Knowledge of DoD PPBE processes and federal appropriations lifecycle
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI or similar reporting tools is a plus

Location: San Diego, CA

Schedule: 5 days onsite

Salary: $80k+ to align with experience and education

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

Source

Posted by Ignite Digital on their own hiring page, ignite-digital.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:14 UTC; the original is the reference.

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