Finance & Operations Analyst (Entry Level)

The Company: At Spartan Investment Group, our mission is to Improve lives through our values. We do this by finding value-added and opportunistic investments that offer solid returns to our investors. We make our most significant contribution by providing an opportunity for our partners to grow and creating lasting wealth for everyone with whom we conduct business. We specifically focus on self-storage projects, capitalizing on amazing deals in other asset classes. In 2021, we were listed as the 5th fastest-growing real estate company in the US and joined the list of the top 100 self-storage owners. We are members of the Inc. 500 fastest-growing private companies in America for the last 5 years, and in 2023, we were nominated #11 in Denver Business Journal's list of top places to work. Mission: As the Acquisitions Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to support Spartan Investment Group’s Acquisitions department in evaluating new potential acquisitions. This role also serves an asset management function and involves collaborating with other departments to analyze and understand existing portfolio performance. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to join a growing, high-volume company with broad exposure to company operations. We are looking for an ambitious learner who wants to commit themselves to growth in a fast-paced environment. Requirements Outcomes:   Develop and Maintain Financial Models: Build and update acquisition, disposition, and supplemental financial models to support investment decisions.   Support Transaction Execution: Assist in all phases of the acquisition process, including underwriting, market research, due diligence, site tours, and closing activities.   Conduct Market and Asset-Level Research: Analyze macroeconomic trends, local market dynamics, and property-specific data to inform investment strategy.   Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with internal teams (e.g., Capital Markets, Investor Relations, Asset Management) to evaluate deals, secure financing, and monitor asset performance.   Prepare Investment Materials: Create and present investment memos, internal presentations, and pitch materials for use in Investment Committee meetings and with external stakeholders.   Track and Analyze Existing Investments: Reforecast and assess current assets to inform hold/sell recommendations and business plan adjustments.   Participate in Industry Engagement: Represent the firm at conferences and with industry stakeholders to support deal sourcing and relationship development.   Contribute to Due Diligence and Deal Closing: Travel to sites as needed and assist in reviewing financial statements, operational data, and other due diligence materials to support sound investment decisions.  Competencies:  Judgment/Autonomy – Confidence and ability to use contextual understanding of problems to make consequential decisions with minimal guidance  Attention to Detail – Produces precise and accurate work by thoroughly validating data, identifying discrepancies, and maintaining strong quality control standards.   Growth Mindset – Actively seeks opportunities for personal and professional development. Embraces feedback and is eager to expand responsibilities and capabilities over time.   Initiative & Ownership – Demonstrates a strong work ethic, motivation, and accountability. Manages time effectively across multiple projects while consistently meeting deadlines.   Communication & Collaboration – Articulates ideas clearly in both written and verbal formats. Offers constructive feedback and collaborates respectfully and effectively across teams.   Adaptability & Problem Solving – Navigates complexity with flexibility and resourcefulness. Thinks creatively to address challenges, especially when guidance or precedent is limited.   Professional Attitude – Maintains a positive, coachable, and solution-oriented demeanor, even when facing challenges or high-pressure situations.  Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree or higher in relevant field (Finance, Real Estate, etc.) preferred  0-3 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate investments and real estate financial modeling  Highest level of expertise in Microsoft Excel  Experience developing pro forma models is a plus  Travel requirements: 50%  Benefits Competitive Full Time Base Salary: $55k - $65k annually. Commission potential of $15k-$20k. Comprehensive benefits including 401k with company matching.  Access to company profit sharing.  Access to company carried interest program.  Wellness benefits include company paid health, vision, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance.  In house performance coaching.  Unlimited PTO.  Reimbursements for phone, transportation, and entertainment, and more through an innovative cafeteria benefits plan.

Financial Analyst will provide the Pacific Fleet with financial and account support. The position will require leadership to ensure that financial analysis and other management functions are completed to support fleet financial operations. The ideal candidate will be able to proactively recommend solutions and provide advice to the client on a regular basis. Position requires 5 years of experience. Candidate must possess a bachelors degree. Secret security clearance required. Requirements Recent experience as a Financial Manager Plan, direct, coordinate and analyze accounting and other financial activities Recommend alternative methods of funding to meet financial program objectives Recent Navy shipboard Financial management experience including experience as OPTAR Financial Records keeper; generating Budget OPTAR Report (BOR) and Financial Transmittal (TL) report; and other monthly financial reports Ability to follow instructions and fleet as the relate to financial management Familiarity with Government-wide Commercial Purchase Card Program (GCPC) Approving Official (AO); GCPC Cardholder regulations and processes Experience utilizing RSUPPLY, One Touch Supply (OTS) and other relevant Supply and Logistics systems and programs documenting familiarity with Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) and Military Standard Transaction Reporting and Accounting Procedures (MILSTRAP) Experience processing monthly Obligation Validation Report (OVR), formerly referred to as Unfilled Order Listing (UOL), and Difference Listings (DL) designed to emulate the Summary Filled Order/Expenditure Difference Listing (SFOEDL) Ability to proactively conduct data collection, research, analysis Experience maintaining financial reports Experience developing budgets, conducting validation and reconciliation of budget in execution Benefits Since 1993, ITP has been providing reliable, cost-effective solutions to meet our customers’ goals and objectives in the commercial and public marketplace. We are Women Owned Small Business Certified with a GSA IT 70 Schedule and a Navy SeaPort-e contract. We offer a full range of benefits, Health, 401K, Life, Disability, Student Loan Help, Bonuses...etc. Smart? Motivated? Ready to roll? You'll feel right at home at ITP. Where creativity is encouraged, initiative is rewarded, and reputations are made. A career here translates into continual opportunities to grow and expand on what you can do as we help clients become high-performance organizations. There's no better place to grow your career! If you wish to be part of this dynamic opportunity, please apply to this job posting.

Are you feeling underutilized right now in your role as an Underwriter? Are you never recognized for going the extra mile on a deal? Is your team so big you get lost in the shuffle? It’s time you worked for a different kind of bank. As one of the top five SBA lenders in the country, Celtic Bank is small enough that managers know you and recognize your hard work, but big enough that you’ll be challenged every day. Celtic Bank gives underwriters the opportunity to gain deep commercial credit knowledge and broad experience across a range of different industries and business types. At Celtic, you’re not just another resource in a cubicle; you’re a trusted member on an essential team. And as a member of that team, we offer hands-on training and the freedom to do your job well and grow in the process. You’ll have ample opportunities to be mentored and to mentor, so that you can, ultimately, enjoy and excel at your work. Want to know more? Apply for or ask about this opening! WHAT MAKES CELTIC DIFFERENT Managers are mentors It’s never wrong to ask great questions Business casual is everyday Hard work is rewarded You’re always learning WHAT YOU’LL DO AT CELTIC BANK Conduct in-depth analysis of financial information to assist the bank in the loan decisioning process Present analysis and recommendation to Loan Committee for a final decision. Collaborate with customers, Business Development Officers, and third-party providers to gather all necessary information to present an accurate and complete picture of the loan request. Maintain superior level of customer service with customers, bank employees and department members Requirements WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO DO IT Must have minimum of three to five years of underwriting experience in SBA lending or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance and/or equivalent experience preferred. Prefer strong knowledge of commercial banking credit policies and procedures, credit/financial statement analysis, loan structuring and cash flow analysis. Advanced working knowledge of accounting principles, tax return analysis and analytical interpretation of balance sheet and income statement analysis and cash flow. Strong oral and written communication skills in a commercial bank environment. Demonstrated effective customer service skills. Effective business writing and professional communication. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Benefits Medical, dental, vision 401(k) with employer match Life and long-term disability coverage HSA and FSA plans Holidays and paid time off requests Robust wellness program (we’re talking catered meals three times a weeks, lunch and learns, and onsite gym.) Headquartered in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, Celtic Bank was named a top SBA lender in the nation in 2023! Celtic Bank is a leading nationwide lender specializing in SBA 7(a), SBA 504, USDA B&I, express loans, asset-based loans, commercial real estate loans and commercial construction loans. Celtic Bank is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Physical and Other Requirements This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Stationary Work: The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle documents, and perform other office related duties. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Mobility: The employee in this position needs to occasionally move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Communicate: The employee is regularly required to talk or hear and will frequently communicate with others. Must be able to read, write and understand fluent English. Work Model: The employee in this position will work either a fully Onsite, Hybrid or Remote work model. All employees, regardless of location, may be required to travel to the Salt Lake City office for mandatory company meetings, events, or related occasions. Utah-based employees: Hybrid work schedule available after initial training period in our Salt Lake City, Utah office – department and job requirements will determine eligibility. Out of State employees: Full remote work schedule available

Job Responsibilities: Support senior bankers in building financial models to value potential clients, and researching and creating marketing pitch materials. Assist in active Merger & Acquisition transaction execution including, but not limited to: financial analysis, model creation, drafting memoranda, due diligence, attending client meetings and drafting sessions, creating data rooms, and any other support services required to assist in closing an engagement. Marketing outreach efforts including some cold calling and email marketing. Assist with managing deal pipeline. Support various compliance and control initiatives across the organization. Job Requirements: *** Prior M&A Experience Required *** Strong attention to detail. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel). Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever changing, and challenging environment. Self-motivated and proactive. Excellent communications skills (written / verbal). Collaborative team player. Must have a positive can do attitude and strong work ethic. Strong client management and analytical skills. Licenses/Certifications: SIE, Series 79 and Series 63 preferred. Educational/Previous Experience Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred, but not required. M&A or Transaction Advisory Services internships and related experience strongly preferred. *** THIS IS AN IN-OFFICE POSITION IN OUR HEADQUARTERS OFFICE IN TYSONS CORNER, VA! PLEASE DON'T APPLY IF IT'S NOT GEOGRAPHICALLY POSSIBLE FOR IN-OFFICE WORK. ***

About the Job: Hold Brother's Capital is a self-clearing broker-dealer with a specialization in proprietary trading in US equities markets, headquartered in New York City. We are seeking a highly motivated and Business Development Lead to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in driving sales growth and contributing to the achievement of our business goals. Responsibilities: Work closely with senior management to align with the company's business goals and objectives. Oversee the end-to-end sales process, including lead generation, prospecting, and negotiating final deals. Continuously identify areas for improvement and provide valuable recommendations for change. Cultivate and nurture relationships with external lead sources, such as industry professionals and organizations. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of trading practices, market trends, and trading systems to effectively address client needs. Maintain a strong understanding of the company's organizational structure to ensure efficient collaboration across departments. Requirements Demonstrate a proven track record of consistently achieving sales goals. Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and lead sources. Display excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Maintain a detail-oriented, professional, and polished demeanor. Possess a solid understanding of the company's organizational structure. Have or be willing to obtain the Series 7 license. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Work From Home Base Salary Range: $55,000 - $80,000 Performance-based commission structure

XMSTART is looking to add experienced full-time Sr. Budget Analyst to our team, in Chantilly, VA. All positions are 100% Onsite. This program provides SAO with the experience, knowledge, skills, and talent to implement stable business services. Requirements Responsibilities: Support financial and budgetary activities for Special Access Programs (SAP) using NRO business practices and SAO-unique processes in compliance with DoD/NRO Budget Acquisition standards Create and track funding documents, RCAs, and external agency funding actions using the NRO execution tool Track commitment, obligation, and expenditure of funds throughout acquisition/appropriation lifecycle with execution tools and tailored SAP practices Generate monthly budget execution reviews and provide SAP and non-SAP level financial documentation Assist in development and coordination of annual SAP budgets for groups and/orACQ/MSA-coded efforts Create, update, and analyze SAP/MSA spend plans; recommend adjustments based on forecast plans Collaborate with Budget Officers for accurate financial reporting aligned with NRO business policies Review BLI requests in compliance with NRO policies including CLINs, Appropriations, ETs, and BOCs Support development of IPBS, CBJB, IPOM, and CJB submissions including multiple budget excursions Provide NRO budget execution support including funding actions, reconciliation, and issue resolution Provide ad hoc support to NRO/BPO inquiries and SAP reporting requirements Use innovative analysis techniques to perform complex trend analysis across financial data sources Evaluate SAO-level execution and ensure alignment with IC/DoD goals and available resources Prepare budget summaries, memoranda, issue papers, charts, and talking points for leadership Review presentations and briefings for action responses; lead cross-SAO budget meetings Consolidate SAO inputs for performance measure development and reporting Recommend improvements for databases, tools, procedures, and strategies for financial oversight Support and standardize NRO business processes for SAO budget reviews Maintain internal controls for monitoring lifecycle commitments and obligations Analyze cost performance reports and contract financial status reports Provide policy compliance guidance for cost accumulation (CAPCO) for all SAO funding actions Assist with NRO PMP Cost Tools for oversight reviews, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance Qualifications: Minimum 5 years’ experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or related roles within the IC or DoD environment Strong understanding of DoD/NRO budget and acquisition practices, including SAP financial processes Proficiency in financial systems, execution tools, and reporting platforms used by NRO Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills Experience in preparing high-level financial reports, justifications, and executive presentations Desired/Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with NRO financial databases and PMP Cost Tools Experience in SAP program financial execution and oversight Advanced knowledge of BLI, CLINs, BOCs, and related fiscal codes within NRO budgeting practices Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field Security Clearance Requirements: Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly Reinvestigation date within 7 years if not an active NRO employee