20 results for Business Analyst in Columbia, MD

Business Analyst

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Temporary
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Business Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Baltimore, Maryland. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams while working on challenging projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in handling large data sets and supporting financial and regulatory initiatives. Responsibilities:• Conduct detailed analysis and documentation to support account opening processes and project tracking.• Prepare and summarize meeting notes to ensure effective communication and alignment across teams.• Utilize advanced data skills to format large data sets for testing, including performing lookups and pivot operations.• Develop reports and dashboards with Power BI to support business decision-making.• Apply knowledge of payment systems, including clearing processes and messaging standards, to enhance operational efficiency.• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met successfully.• Identify opportunities for process improvement and propose actionable solutions.• Facilitate cross-functional communication to ensure smooth execution of business objectives.
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

McLean, VA
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Large and rapidly growing construction and engineering firm is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team. This is a newly created position for an organization that has a strong history of promoting from within and providing a terrific culture, professional growth and competitive compensation packages resulting in long tenure within the team. The Financial Analyst will be based out of the corporate HQ in Tysons Corner. Core Responsibilities include: Project Cost ControlCollaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects.Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances.Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration.Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis. Project Procurement PlanningLead procurement planning effort for the project. Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included.Help project team procure the job according to plan.Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan. Work Breakdown Structure:Assist project management team in establishing Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) at the time of award.Assist with maintenance of WBS responsibilities at the project level.Ensure WBS is maintained throughout the project duration. Project Controls:Assist project team with monthly financial forms including providing cost analysis with explanation for variances, ensure acceptable justification for variances and help in preparation of monthly financials for review. Please apply directly to this posting or contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Columbia, MD
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic organization to hire a Financial Analyst who will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for a diverse real estate portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys providing actionable insights to senior leadership. The hiring manager is fantastic and having placed multiple people in this group over the years, the feedback has always been terrific. People stay and are promoted often multiple times.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate annual operating budgets and quarterly forecasts for assigned properties</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and operations teams on monthly and quarterly close processes</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives, capital projects, and investment decisions</li><li>Analyze performance trends, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to management</li><li>Prepare and present reports on revenue, NOI, occupancy, and other key metrics</li><li>Support asset management with lease and capital alternative modeling</li><li>Drive P&L forecasting and performance reporting at property and portfolio levels</li><li>Participate in organizational projects and ad-hoc analysis as needed</li></ul>If you’re ready to make an impact in a growing organization, apply today or contact Jim Meade at Robert Half.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Manassas, VA
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Large and rapidly growing design build firm is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. This is a newly created position for an organization that has a strong history of promoting from within and providing a terrific culture, professional growth and competitive compensation packages resulting in long tenure within the team. The Senior Financial Analyst will be based out of a satellite location in Manassas, VA with future growth opportunities at the corporate HQ in Tysons Corner. Core Responsibilities include: Project Cost ControlCollaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects.Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances.Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration.Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis. Project Procurement PlanningLead procurement planning effort for the project. Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included.Help project team procure the job according to plan.Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan. Project Controls:Assist project team with monthly financial forms including providing cost analysis with explanation for variances, ensure acceptable justification for variances and help in preparation of monthly financials for review. Please apply directly to this posting or contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

McLean, VA
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Financial Analyst/Manager to join our team in Tysons, Virginia. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of project cost controls and billing processes. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with project teams and stakeholders to deliver timely financial insights and maintain the integrity of financial records. This is an in-office position with an organization that is exploding with growth and offers interesting and challenging work, professional growth, terrific environment and an attractive total compensation package. Responsibilities:• Develop and monitor accurate budgets and manpower forecasts for multi-year programs in collaboration with project managers.• Analyze indirect costs weekly, providing variance analysis and recommendations to address discrepancies.• Create and maintain cash flow forecasts to ensure projects remain cash-positive, making adjustments as necessary.• Prepare and submit complex monthly billing, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.• Track contract reconciliations and change orders to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Generate ad-hoc reports for project managers and executives to support decision-making.• Conduct monthly project reviews to evaluate financial performance and address variances.• Assist project teams in preparing and reviewing monthly financial forms, ensuring explanations for any variances are documented.• Lead procurement planning efforts, collaborating with teams to establish detailed procurement plans and monitor adherence.• Manage order entry and work order creation in relevant systems to support service operations and ensure timely scheduling.
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Manager

McLean, VA
onsite
Permanent
95000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Financial Analyst/Manager to oversee and enhance financial operations within a technology-driven environment. This role will focus on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for IT projects, capital expenditures, and operational expenses. You will play a critical part in ensuring resource optimization, financial transparency, and the successful delivery of strategic initiatives. This is an in-office position with a phenomenal organization that offers career growth opportunities, exciting and challenging work, and excellent environment and highly competitive total compensation packages. Responsibilities:• Develop, implement, and monitor annual budgets and forecasts for IT operations and capital expenditures.• Collaborate with IT leaders, project managers, and finance teams to create detailed budgets and financial plans for technology projects.• Analyze and report on costs related to infrastructure, software, hardware, and cloud services.• Manage vendor agreements and software licensing expenditures, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency.• Partner with development teams to track financial performance and resource allocation for internal IT projects.• Conduct variance and trend analyses to identify financial risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations.• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to IT leadership and senior management on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.• Maintain detailed tracking and reporting mechanisms for approved business cases and cost-benefit analyses.• Design and refine dashboards, KPIs, and ad hoc reports to monitor technology investments and project outcomes.• Lead initiatives to improve financial reporting processes and optimize resource utilization within the IT function.
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Budget Analyst

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
36.49 - 40.24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Budget Analyst to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland, on a Contract to permanent basis. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and monitoring a variety of budgets, including departmental, grant, program, and development budgets. This position requires strong analytical abilities, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and proficiency in financial reporting tools and software. Responsibilities:• Develop and manage annual budgets for various programs and initiatives, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.• Conduct analyses of financial documents to assess impacts on budgets and operations.• Monitor income and expenditures, identify areas of concern, and recommend budget modifications as needed.• Prepare and submit required forms, invoices, and supporting documentation for assigned areas.• Analyze performance indicators, such as vacancy and utilization rates, to evaluate program efficiency.• Forecast financial positions for assigned programs and provide actionable insights.• Review requisitions and personnel forms to confirm proper allocation of costs and available funding.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Budget Analyst

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Temporary
35.49 - 42.24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Budget Analyst to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a critical role in preparing, analyzing, and managing budgets. This role requires strong analytical abilities, proficiency in accounting principles, and expertise in creating detailed reports and narratives to support financial decision-making. Responsibilities:• Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with guidelines.• Conduct budget reviews and modifications and resolving discrepancies as needed.• Monitor program expenditures, analyze financial performance indicators, and report areas of concern.• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts based on budget analysis results.• Analyze performance measures, assisting staff with adjustments and ensuring alignment with financial operations.
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Operations Analyst

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an Operations Analyst to join their team in Baltimore, Maryland. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset and a detail-oriented approach to financial reporting and operational analysis. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple departments, including finance, sales, and operations, and contribute to our dynamic and collaborative culture. Responsibilities:• Analyze financial data to create dashboards, forecasts, and sales performance reports that support business decisions.• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel techniques to manage and interpret large datasets effectively.• Collaborate with finance, sales, and operations teams to address cross-functional challenges and improve processes.• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.• Maintain clear and precise communication with stakeholders across various departments.• Assist in the development and refinement of performance metrics and reporting standards.• Adapt to a fast-paced environment by managing multiple priorities and responsibilities.• Support the implementation or transition to new systems, including Microsoft Dynamics and other related platforms.• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all reporting and analysis tasks.• Contribute to a positive and engaging workplace culture while driving continuous improvement.
2026-02-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analysts - multiple roles

Columbia, MD
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Financial Analysts – Stable & 4 days WFH Hybrid | Columbia, MDA leading global technology and solutions organization is expanding its U.S. finance team and is seeking multiple Financial Analysts to support continued growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for professionals who enjoy analytical work, cross‑functional collaboration, and contributing directly to strategic business decisions.About the RoleIn this position, you will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis. You’ll partner with operations, engineering, and finance leadership to provide insights that drive business outcomes. The environment is fast‑paced, international, and highly collaborative.This role offers a hybrid schedule—primarily remote with one day per week in the Columbia, MD office.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and reporting packages</li><li>Perform variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations to leadership</li><li>Support budgeting cycles and long‑range planning activities</li><li>Analyze operational metrics and identify trends</li><li>Collaborate across departments to improve financial visibility and decision-making</li><li>Prepare presentations for senior management</li></ul>If you are qualified and interested please email your resume to Jim Meade at Robert Half right away.
2026-03-09T00:00:00Z

Workday Business / Systems Analyst

Fairfax, VA
onsite
Temporary
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
Position Overview We are seeking a Workday Business/Systems Analyst to support the implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of Workday applications. This role partners with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather business requirements, configure Workday solutions, and ensure the system supports organizational processes effectively.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as the functional and technical liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams for Workday-related initiatives.</li><li>Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements for Workday enhancements, implementations, and integrations.</li><li>Configure and support Workday modules such as HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, or Time Tracking.</li><li>Assist with Workday implementations, upgrades, and new feature releases.</li><li>Create and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support business operations and decision-making.</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues, data discrepancies, and user access concerns.</li><li>Support integration efforts between Workday and third-party applications.</li><li>Work with stakeholders to improve business processes and system workflows within Workday.</li><li>Develop documentation, training materials, and user guides to support adoption and system usage.</li></ul>
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Workday Business / Systems Analyst

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
Position Overview We are seeking a Workday Business/Systems Analyst to support the implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of Workday applications. This role partners with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather business requirements, configure Workday solutions, and ensure the system supports organizational processes effectively.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as the functional and technical liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams for Workday-related initiatives.</li><li>Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements for Workday enhancements, implementations, and integrations.</li><li>Configure and support Workday modules such as HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, or Time Tracking.</li><li>Assist with Workday implementations, upgrades, and new feature releases.</li><li>Create and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support business operations and decision-making.</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues, data discrepancies, and user access concerns.</li><li>Support integration efforts between Workday and third-party applications.</li><li>Work with stakeholders to improve business processes and system workflows within Workday.</li><li>Develop documentation, training materials, and user guides to support adoption and system usage.</li></ul>
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Workday Business / Systems Analyst

Greenbelt, MD
onsite
Temporary
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
Position Overview We are seeking a Workday Business/Systems Analyst to support the implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of Workday applications. This role partners with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather business requirements, configure Workday solutions, and ensure the system supports organizational processes effectively.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as the functional and technical liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams for Workday-related initiatives.</li><li>Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements for Workday enhancements, implementations, and integrations.</li><li>Configure and support Workday modules such as HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, or Time Tracking.</li><li>Assist with Workday implementations, upgrades, and new feature releases.</li><li>Create and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support business operations and decision-making.</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues, data discrepancies, and user access concerns.</li><li>Support integration efforts between Workday and third-party applications.</li><li>Work with stakeholders to improve business processes and system workflows within Workday.</li><li>Develop documentation, training materials, and user guides to support adoption and system usage.</li></ul>
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Workday Business / Systems Analyst

Kensington, MD
onsite
Temporary
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
Position Overview We are seeking a Workday Business/Systems Analyst to support the implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of Workday applications. This role partners with HR, Finance, and IT teams to gather business requirements, configure Workday solutions, and ensure the system supports organizational processes effectively.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as the functional and technical liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams for Workday-related initiatives.</li><li>Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements for Workday enhancements, implementations, and integrations.</li><li>Configure and support Workday modules such as HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, or Time Tracking.</li><li>Assist with Workday implementations, upgrades, and new feature releases.</li><li>Create and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support business operations and decision-making.</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues, data discrepancies, and user access concerns.</li><li>Support integration efforts between Workday and third-party applications.</li><li>Work with stakeholders to improve business processes and system workflows within Workday.</li><li>Develop documentation, training materials, and user guides to support adoption and system usage.</li></ul>
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Digital Marketing Analyst

Alexandria, VA
onsite
Temporary
48 - 55 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a data-driven and strategic Digital Marketing Analyst to support one of our clients in Washington, DC. This contract opportunity is ideal for a marketing professional who enjoys turning data into meaningful insights that drive smarter marketing decisions.In this role, you will partner with cross-functional marketing teams to analyze digital campaign performance, identify optimization opportunities, and deliver insights that strengthen overall marketing strategy. The ideal candidate is both analytical and creative—someone who understands the numbers behind marketing while also appreciating the strategy and storytelling that make campaigns successful.This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced marketing environment where your insights will directly influence campaign performance, audience engagement, and digital growth. Key Responsibilities• Analyze and evaluate performance across multiple digital marketing channels including paid media, search, social media, email marketing, and website traffic.• Track, monitor, and report on campaign KPIs such as conversions, engagement, impressions, traffic, and lead generation.• Develop dashboards and performance reports that provide actionable insights for marketing and leadership teams.• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities to optimize digital marketing strategies and improve ROI.• Collaborate closely with marketing managers, content teams, and digital strategists to support campaign planning and optimization.• Conduct A/B testing and performance experiments to improve marketing outcomes.• Use analytics tools to monitor user behavior and identify opportunities to enhance the customer journey.• Support SEO and paid advertising initiatives by analyzing keyword performance, search traffic, and campaign effectiveness.• Translate complex data into clear, easy-to-understand recommendations for stakeholders.• Assist with forecasting performance and providing data-driven recommendations for future campaigns.
2026-03-09T00:00:00Z

FP&A Analyst

Falls Church, VA
onsite
Temporary
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Falls Church is seeking a talented FP&A analyst to join their team on a contract basis.
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z

Data Engineer

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
55 - 65 USD / Hourly
I’m building a world-class team to power our next generation of data products. We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer who knows AWS inside and out—someone who can design secure, scalable data pipelines, own ETL/ELT workflows, engineer cloud data infrastructure, and deliver dimensional and semantic models that our analysts, data scientists, and applications can trust.You’ll work closely with product, security, platform engineering, and analytics to move our architecture toward a real-time, governed, cost-aware, and highly automated data ecosystem.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Design & build end-to-end pipelines on AWS (batch and streaming) using services like Glue, EMR, Lambda, Step Functions, Kinesis, MSK, and Fargate.</li><li>Develop robust ETL/ELT (PySpark, Spark SQL, SQL, Python) for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data at scale.</li><li>Own data storage & processing layers: S3 (Lake/Lakehouse), Redshift (or Snowflake on AWS), DynamoDB, and Athena with strong partitioning, compaction, and performance tuning.</li><li>Implement data models (3NF, dimensional/star, Data Vault, Lakehouse medallion) for analytics and operational workloads.</li><li>Engineer secure infrastructure-as-code with Terraform (or CDK) across multi-account setups; implement CI/CD via GitHub Actions or AWS CodeBuild/CodePipeline.</li><li>Harden security & governance: use IAM, Lake Formation, KMS, Secrets Manager, VPC/PrivateLink, GLUE Catalog, and fine-grained access controls. Partner with SecOps on compliance (e.g., SOC 2, FedRAMP, HIPAA depending on dataset).</li><li>Observability & reliability: build monitoring with CloudWatch, OpenTelemetry, and data quality checks (e.g., Great Expectations, Deequ), implement SLOs and alerts.</li><li>Champion best practices: code reviews, testing (unit/integration), documentation, runbooks, and blameless postmortems.</li><li>Mentor mid-level engineers and collaborate on architectural decisions, standards, and technical roadmaps.</li></ul>
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Data Engineer

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
60 - 75 USD / Hourly
Since it’s 2026, the Data Engineering landscape in DC has shifted heavily toward Cloud-Native architectures and GenAI-ready pipelines. Robert Half typically recruits for both their internal corporate teams and their high-end consulting arm (Protiviti).Here is a tailored job description based on current 2026 market standards and Robert Half’s specific hiring trends in the District. Job Title: Data EngineerLocation: Washington, DC (Hybrid – Downtown DC Office)Company: Robert Half Employment Type: Contract-to-HireRole OverviewAs a Data Engineer at Robert Half, you will be the backbone of our data-driven decision-making process. You aren't just "moving data"; you are architecting the flow of information that powers our localized market analytics and global recruitment engines. In the DC market, this often involves handling high-compliance data environments and integrating cutting-edge AI frameworks into traditional ETL workflows.
2026-02-16T00:00:00Z

Data Engineer

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions to support data and analytics initiatives. This is a long-term contract position, offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful projects. Responsibilities: • Develop, test, and maintain robust data pipelines and engineering solutions to support analytics and integrate new data sources. • Collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and external vendors to evaluate and implement reliable, scalable, and secure technologies. • Create efficient, automated processes to handle repetitive data management tasks. • Conduct targeted data manipulation and analysis across diverse datasets. • Implement advanced security measures within data warehouses and analytics platforms to counter evolving threats. • Document technical processes and solutions to ensure seamless collaboration and knowledge sharing. • Monitor and optimize system performance to ensure scalability and reliability. • Stay updated on emerging data engineering trends and incorporate them into workflows.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

McLean, VA
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team in Tysons, Virginia. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial operations for large-scale, multi-year construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting, ensuring the projects remain financially sound and meet organizational goals. Responsibilities: • Develop accurate budgets and manpower forecasts for multi-year construction projects in collaboration with project management teams. • Monitor indirect costs through weekly budget-to-actual analyses, identifying variances and implementing corrective measures. • Create and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts to ensure projects remain cash-positive throughout their duration. • Lead the submission of complex cost-plus billing on a monthly basis with precision and timeliness. • Collaborate with project teams to establish detailed procurement plans, ensuring compliance and logistics are considered. • Conduct monthly evaluations of procurement progress, comparing actual purchases against planned targets and justifying necessary adjustments. • Assist in the creation and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures to ensure project-level responsibilities are well-defined and consistently upheld. • Support project teams by preparing monthly financial reports, providing cost analyses, and addressing variances with suitable explanations. • Facilitate management reviews by helping project teams with financial documentation and variance analysis. • Ensure all financial processes align with organizational standards and project requirements.
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z