Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last seven years.
Significance, Inc. is seeking a Senior Analyst - NIWC, to join our growing team in San Diego, CA. This position is onsite and requires an Active Secret Clearance.
The Senior Analyst provides mid-level analytical and operational support to NIWC Pacific’s Finance and Corporate Operations organizations. This position supports financial reporting, business process improvement, strategic initiatives, portfolio management, and operational performance tracking.
The analyst conducts research, analyzes financial and operational data, develops reports and dashboards, supports reconciliations, assists with governance documentation, and contributes to the development of executive briefings. The role requires the ability to work across multiple functional areas including Finance, Business Analytics, Total Force Management, Strategy Management, and Accountable Property support environments.
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Management, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience)4–7 years of experience in management analysis, financial analysis, business operations, or program supportExperience reviewing and analyzing financial or operational transactions for accuracy, compliance, and performance trendsExperience preparing analytical reports, executive summaries, and briefing materialsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, formulas, reporting models)Experience using data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or similar)Ability to research and resolve discrepancies in financial, operational, or administrative dataExperience documenting processes, procedures, and workflow improvementsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple taskings simultaneouslyStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work with sensitive financial or operational data
Desired Skills:
Experience supporting Navy, NAVWAR, or NIWC Pacific organizationsFamiliarity with Navy ERP (SAP-based), Advana, DTS, or related DoD systemsExperience supporting:Vendor payment or accounting operationsReconciliations (cash, unmatched disbursements, contracts, or payroll)Tri-annual reviews or audit readiness initiativesKnowledge of DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR)Experience supporting portfolio governance boards or executive-level strategy reviewsExposure to Balanced Scorecard or performance management frameworksExperience supporting Workforce Acceptance Agreements (WAA) processing or manpower analysisFamiliarity with process improvement methodologies (CPI, Lean, Six Sigma)Additional Comments:
This position may support financial reporting, audit readiness efforts, portfolio review packages, strategic planning documentation, or operational analytics.The role requires strong analytical thinking and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.Work products may include dashboards, briefing slides, reconciliation reports, governance documentation, and process narratives.Some travel may be required in accordance with the SOW.Must comply with OPSEC, CUI handling, and security requirements outlined in the SOW.
At Significance, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location.
We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
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