About this position
Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a Senior Business Analyst with 10 years of experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.
**This role is contingent upon award**
About the Role:
As a Senior Business Analyst supporting our Federal government client, you will work closely with Program Managers and leadership to ensure efficient and effective financial management of research and development activities. You will provide financial planning, tracking, analysis, and ROI assessments to support decision-making for new initiatives and broader semiconductor research objectives. Your work will focus on aligning funding with strategic priorities and evaluating the long-term impact of program investments.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
You will work as part of a dynamic team remotely in metro-accessible Washington, DC; Reston, VA; Arlington, VA or Boulder, CO. You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements.
Required Experience/Skills:
Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.
About Us:
Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.
Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com. Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.
Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.
Securing Your
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Corner Alliance’s name. Corner Alliance will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Corner Alliance ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Corner Alliance will only communicate with you through our ATS system JazzHR and/or emails that are generated by the corneralliance.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Corner Alliance that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at recruiting@corneralliance.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Salary:
Approximate Salary Estimate: $85,000 - $110,00 annually
The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
**This role is contingent upon award**
About the Role:
As a Senior Business Analyst supporting our Federal government client, you will work closely with Program Managers and leadership to ensure efficient and effective financial management of research and development activities. You will provide financial planning, tracking, analysis, and ROI assessments to support decision-making for new initiatives and broader semiconductor research objectives. Your work will focus on aligning funding with strategic priorities and evaluating the long-term impact of program investments.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Financial Analysis and ROI Assessment: Conduct financial tracking and ROI analysis for investments in research initiatives, technology transitions, and collaborative efforts. Develop metrics to evaluate the return on investment for funding allocations. Provide insights into the impact and effectiveness of planned and actual expenditures.
- Budget Preparation and Financial Tracking: Assist in the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of program budgets. Track funding across multiple projects, ensuring proper utilization and alignment with program objectives and budgetary constraints.
- Investment Analysis for New Initiatives: Support program in evaluating financial impacts of proposed new initiatives. Provide financial modeling and sensitivity analysis to assess investment viability and prioritize efforts that align with the programs strategic vision.
- Decision Support with Financial Metrics: Develop financial reports and metrics to facilitate data-driven decisions for leadership. Ensure that resources are allocated effectively to maximize programmatic and financial outcomes.
- Deliverables and Milestone Tracking:
- Review of Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs): Support the financial evaluation of BAA proposals, analyzing cost structures, resource requirements, and recommended funding allocations.
- Economic Impact Analysis: Examine the economic outcomes of funding in semiconductor R&D, supporting broader national goals of innovation, commercialization, and industry growth.
- Collaboration with Program Managers: Partner closely with Program Managers to align financial strategies with operational objectives. Provide budget visibility tools and dashboards to improve administrative oversight of funding streams.
- Correspondence and Reporting: Prepare financial reports, briefings, and correspondence for internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring clarity in financial data presentation.
- File Management and Process Improvement: Maintain organized financial files and records. Continuously improve financial tracking systems and reporting templates to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive
You will work as part of a dynamic team remotely in metro-accessible Washington, DC; Reston, VA; Arlington, VA or Boulder, CO. You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements.
Required Experience/Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- 10+ years of work experience in program management support, administrative assistance, financial tracking, and/or operational support within federal or public sector programs.
- Previous experience evaluating economic impacts of program funding, especially related to innovation ecosystems and technology commercialization.
- Expertise in conducting ROI analysis for large-scale investments, particularly in R&D-focused sectors such as semiconductors, microelectronics, or advanced technology development.
- Demonstrated experience preparing budgets and financial reports, reconcile funding, and tracking expenditures in accordance with programmatic priorities.
- Experience developing financial metrics and dashboards to inform leadership decisions.
- Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling, investment analysis, and cost-benefit evaluation of new initiatives.
- Familiarity with financial review processes for Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) or similar solicitation mechanisms such as Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR).
- Experience evaluating economic impacts of program funding, especially related to innovation ecosystems and technology commercialization.
- Exceptional communication skills for preparing financial reports, providing briefings, and drafting correspondence for Program Managers and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in using project management software, financial management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Able to work onsite/hybrid based on client requirements in Northern VA and the DC metropolitan area.
- US citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance
- Prior experience supporting research and development programs under federal mandates, such as the CHIPS Act.
- Familiarity with financial systems, reporting requirements, and tools commonly used in federal program budgeting and financial tracking.
- Broad knowledge of semiconductor industry trends, advanced technology R&D, and their alignment with national priorities.
- Experience advising leadership teams on financial strategy and ROI analysis to maximize program effectiveness and economic returns.
Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.
About Us:
Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.
Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email recruiting@corneralliance.com. Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.
Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.
Securing Your
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Corner Alliance’s name. Corner Alliance will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Corner Alliance ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Corner Alliance will only communicate with you through our ATS system JazzHR and/or emails that are generated by the corneralliance.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Corner Alliance that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at recruiting@corneralliance.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Salary:
Approximate Salary Estimate: $85,000 - $110,00 annually
The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
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