Finance Associate

Join AIR as a Finance Associate and use your experience and knowledge to help us deliver on our mission : to generate and use rigorous evidence that contributes to a better, more equitable world for all. The Finance Associate provides financial and administrative support for moderately to highly complex projects and supports pricing, project and indirect cost control, and budgeting.

AIR's Corporate Finance Office is seeking a Finance Associate to join its forward-thinking and supportive team. The Corporate Finance Office is a dynamic workplace with a clear mission to develop and maintain a service-oriented organization aligned with business objectives. The Finance Associate role in government contracting is a crucial position responsible for providing in-depth financial analysis, reporting, and strategic guidance to support government contracts. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of government contracting practices, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to clearly convey complex financial data.

The Finance Associate will report to the Senior Financial Analyst, this role will ensure close collaboration with multiple collaborators to maintain financial accuracy, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve key financial goals. If you're looking to grow your impact and be part of a mission-driven organization, we invite you to bring your skills and perspective to AIR.

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR :

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. Mission-focused and evidence-driven, AIR applies rigorous research and technical expertise to close gaps in opportunity and access, improving lives across communities and systems.

Responsibilities :

The key responsibilities for the position include-

• Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting :

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support government contracts, including budget preparation, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.

Monitor and manage contract costs to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines and contractual requirements.

Ensure compliance with government regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies by staying current on regulatory updates and implementing necessary changes.

Support in contract negotiations and review financial terms and conditions to ensure favorable outcomes for the organization.

Work closely with project managers, contract administrators, and other collaborators to provide financial expertise and guidance throughout the contract lifecycle.

Qualifications :

Education, Knowledge, and Experience :

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Disclosures :

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements. American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE : If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.org or call 202.403.5000

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AIR's Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

Anticipated Annual Salary Range $76,000—$84,000 USD