Financial Specialist - NSS

Nova Space Solutions, LLC (NSS) is a joint venture between Wolf Creek Federal Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugach Government Solutions, LLC) and Amentum Technology, Inc. When you join NSS, you also become a part of a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, Chugach Government Solutions, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields - each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.

Empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences - then Nova Space Solutions may be the right fit for you!

This position is located onsite at the NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi.

Nova Space Solutions (NSS) is seeking a Financial Specialist to support the financial operations of its NASA contract at Stennis Space Center (SSC). This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), financial reporting, and government contract support. The successful candidate will work closely with operations and leadership teams to ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective management of contract resources.

Essential Job Duties:

• Process payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), expense reporting, credit card reconciliations, and fixed asset activities
• Assist with budget development, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Monitor financial performance and analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Prepare financial reports, management presentations, proposals, and ad hoc analyses for leadership and stakeholders
• Support preparation and submission of government contract deliverables and financial reporting requirements
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy
• Develop and maintain financial databases, records, and reporting systems
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Research complex financial issues and recommend practical solutions
• Support audit requests and compliance reviews
• Perform other duties as assigned

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the financial management of NASA contract operations at Stennis Space Center
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, accounting standards, and applicable regulations
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support operational and management decision-making
• Partner with operational leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Maintain accurate financial records, systems, and reporting tools
• Support internal and external audits
• Coordinate financial activities across multiple projects and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency

Mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, finance, project accounting, government contracting, or related financial operations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to research financial issues and develop practical solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and reporting
• Ability to build effective working relationships with operational leaders, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain required NASA site access and credentials
• Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing

Preferred:

• Experience supporting NASA, Federal, or government contractor environments
• Experience with government contract financial reporting and deliverables
• Experience with project accounting, cost tracking, and budget management
• Experience with Oracle or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Experience supporting audits and compliance activities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and financial reporting

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment
• Frequent interaction with project teams, operational leadership, customers, and corporate support functions
• Occasional visits to operational or industrial work areas may be required

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.