Rotational Program Associate Analyst

About the Role

The MAXIMUS Finance Rotational Program is a development program designed to develop high caliber individuals into future leaders who will make an impact within the company. Participants will gain an understanding of the broad scope of MAXIMUS through multiple financial rotations that may include Business Segment Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax, Pricing, Accounting (General Ledger), Accounting Systems, or Corporate Finance.

Hybrid role. Candidate should be within commutable distance to Maximus headquarters in Mclean, VA as some on-site days will be required.

Official start date: August 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate project financial reporting and submit on a monthly basis to Corporate Finance.
• Track financial status by monitoring variances from forecasts.
• Organize monthly Finance Calendar activities.
• Prepare monthly accruals for submission to Corporate Finance.
• Review time sheet corrections for accuracy and submit to Corporate Finance for approval and processing.
• Monitor fulfillment expenses against forecast assumptions.
• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, and provide appropriate codes and monitor payment status.
• Perform research and provide additional clarifications.
• Publish monthly Project Financial Dashboard and Labor Reports to Project Management.
• Prepare account reconciliations and various analyses supporting month-end/quarter-end financials.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports supporting operational finance.
• Ensure contract compliance on all activities.
• Assist with SEC reporting and internal audit.
• Build and maintain working relationships with operating and other finance groups and provide them with subject matter expertise assistance.
• Assist with special projects as required.
• Assist the Assistant Controller with coordination of information flow with both internal and external auditors.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by management.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 0-3 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be an undergraduate senior actively pursuing a Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or similar field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment delivering results and quality services.
• Demonstrated experience to execute multiple tasks simultaneously working in a team or independently.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Compensation Range: $48,280.00 - $68,000.00