Finance & Business Operations - Entry Level Program Analyst

Description

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Leidos, a Fortune 500 federal contractor with over $15B in annual revenue, is looking for top Finance and Business majors to join our organization through job openings as Entry Level Finance Analysts in the Washington D.C Metro area (includes Maryland and Virgina areas). Leidos maintains an established entry-level professional program as the #1 Company on the Washington Technology Top 100 Contractors listing. Those within the Leidos Finance & Business Operations (F&BO) community provide in-depth analysis, innovate within and outside of their roles, and drive performance across a wide range of business segments. As an Entry Level Finance Analyst, you would be assigned to a position with varying responsibility and scope that will ultimately propel professional and personal growth, fostering a strong future career.

Responsibilities may include :

Leveraging new technology to bring efficiencies in the areas of business analytics and data visualization

Translating complex data findings into actionable business recommendations by using AI methods such as machine learning, robotic process automation (RPA) and generative AI to analyze data, financial trends or customer behavior

Developing and implementing AI methods into operable business solutions

Applying finance and accounting principles to analyze financial statements for monthly / quarterly / annual financial Outlooks, Annual Operating Plan (AOP),Estimates at Complete (EAC)and contractual deliverables

Participating in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring Earned Value Management (EVM) and a schedule baseline (plan)

Ad-hoc cost and performance analysis

The Leidos Entry Level Professional Program includes :

Immersive Boot Camp Training event at Corporate GHQ

Lunch & Learn sessions featuring executives from across the corporation

Networking & Social Events

Opportunities for professional growth & career development

Philanthropic Opportunities

Formal "Buddy" to assist with mentorship, assimilation, and engagement

Opportunity to apply for the Leidos Finance Leadership Development Program after one-year with Leidos

Ideal Candidates should display the following :

Interest in Finance & Business Operations

Interest in AI, automation, and digital transformation

Experience with Python, SQL, or similar tools for data analysis

Growth mindset with relentless drive to exceed performance expectations

Energetic and enthusiastic behavior

Eagerness to show initiative and solve problems

Commitment to strengthening and sustaining an inclusive workplace

Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills

Job assignment may be in :

Program Financial Control

Financial Planning and Analysis

Enterprise System Transformation

Strategic Regulatory Compliance

Pricing

Basic Qualifications :

Expected graduation in December 2025 or May 2026 with a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Business Analytics, or other related field from an accredited college / university

Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher(please note this on your resume when submitting your application)

Candidate must be a US Citizen

Demonstrated ability to perform tasks working with Accounting, Finance, or Economics-related financial data.

Demonstrated capacity to use data driven insights and AI tools to improve decision making and financial performance

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to quickly comprehend processes and learn systems and tools

Ability to be accountable and professional while maintaining effective interpersonal (written, verbal and presentation) skills while managing multiple priorities and tasks

Entry Level positions will be located in the Washington D.C Metro Area including Northern Virginia cities such as Reston or Chantilly. Some positions may be located in Maryland cities such as Gaithersburg or Columbia.

Candidate should have the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance if required by the customer based on their role assignment.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting : August 26, 2025

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $50,050.00 - $90,475.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.