Business Financial Manager BFM

Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation and consulting. We believe our employees’ success is integral to our mission, which is why we prioritize work-life balance, personal development, and fostering a sense of belonging. In addition to providing opportunities to thrive, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent ready to make a meaningful impact. As part of the Ventus Solutions team, you’ll collaborate with government and industry leaders to develop constructive architecture models that inform decision-making at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) we value curiosity, collaboration, and excellence, and we’re committed to supporting your professional growth through mentorship, career development, and a culture of continuous learning. Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives impact, and your work advances the mission.

Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Business & Financial Management (BFM) Analyst to provide programmatic, financial, and administrative support to a diverse portfolio of DoD-relevant research programs. The ideal candidate will support day-to-day business operations, financial execution, and coordination activities, ensuring accurate budget tracking, timely deliverables, and effective communication across government, performer, and contractor teams. Candidate has hands-on experience with government budgeting processes, acquisition documentation, and financial systems, as well as the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-visibility research environment. Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful national security initiatives.

Work Location: Hybrid: Onsite support required in Arlington, VA.

Clearance: Secret Clearance required (Top Secret preferred)

Required Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, management, or a related field.
• Minimum of six years of relevant financial and administrative support experience, including direct DARPA program support.
• Demonstrated experience developing, organizing, forecasting, and maintaining program budgets.
• Experience creating and coordinating budget and acquisition funding documents.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to financial and technical detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Experience organizing and facilitating small to medium-sized meetings up to 100 participants.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Government budget and contracting processes.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and perform effectively in high-tempo environment.
• Proficiency with Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) and experience creating or modifying Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs).

Desired Experience: 

• Prior experience supporting multiple concurrent R&D or technical programs.
• Experience supporting senior DoD or research agency leadership.
• Familiarity with DARPA solicitation development and performer tracking.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Experience working in hybrid or on-site government research environment.