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Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Reston, VA.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Lead financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting efforts to guide corporate strategy and operational decisions. Provide advanced financial insights, partner with business leaders, and mentor junior analysts to drive profitability and sustainable growth within the firm.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

+ Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to Financial Analysts and other staff.

+ Provide strategic financial guidance to department heads and corporate leaders.

+ Independently manage complex financial projects and cross-functional initiatives.

At the Operational and Company Level

+ Develop and lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

+ Perform advanced financial modeling, scenario analysis, and profitability assessments.

+ Partner with project managers to improve project-level financial health and margins.

+ Drive process automation and leverage financial systems/BI tools to improve efficiency.

+ Identify financial risks, opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.

+ Lead development of corporate financial dashboards and decision-support tools.

+ Support mergers, acquisitions, and business development initiatives with financial due diligence.

Do the Work

+ Deliver executive-ready reports and presentations summarizing financial performance.

+ Conduct corporate-level and project-level variance analysis.

+ Drive continual improvement of company forecasting models and processes

+ Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.

+ Collaborate with Accounting team to ensure timely reporting following each closed reporting period.

+ Lead ad hoc analysis for leadership, including resource allocation, pricing, and capital investments.

+ Mentor junior analysts by reviewing work, teaching best practices, and supporting development.

+ Complete other special projects as requested

Success Metrics and Competencies

+ Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

+ Strong executive presence and ability to influence decisions at senior levels.

+ Leadership in cross-functional initiatives.

+ Ability to mentor and develop junior staff.

+ High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

+ Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

+ Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

+ Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.

+ Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

+ Excellent understanding of financial reports and metrics.

+ Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.

+ Five to seven (5–7) years of progressive financial analysis experience in a corporate environment.

+ Prior experience in A/E, construction, or professional services industry strongly preferred.

+ CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred (not required).

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

+ Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

+ Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

+ Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

+ Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

+ Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

+ Mobility around an office environment.

+ Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

+ Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here (https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf) . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected] .

Bowman 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, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.