Federal Grants & Cost Allocation Data Analyst

Position Overview
Matrix Systems and Technologies Incorporated (MSTi) is seeking experienced Federal Grants & Cost Allocation Data Analysts to support a State of Louisiana initiative focused on federal grant administration, financial modeling, cost allocation methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience developing cost allocation plans, analyzing financial data, supporting federal grant reimbursement activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Analyze financial and operational data associated with federally funded programs, including USDOL, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), SNAP Employment & Training (SNAP E&T), and TANF.
• Assist in developing and documenting compliant administrative cost allocation methodologies.
• Review existing cost structures, allocation formulas, funding sources, and financial reporting practices.
• Develop allocation matrices, cost distribution formulas, and financial impact models.
• Evaluate direct and indirect costs and determine appropriate allocation methodologies.
• Analyze federal reimbursement rates and identify opportunities to maximize allowable federal claiming.
• Support preparation and revision of Public Assistance Cost Allocation Plans (PACAPs).
• Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare financial reports, supporting schedules, and documentation for federal review and audits.
• Collaborate with fiscal leadership, program managers, and technical teams to validate financial information.
• Support implementation, monitoring, and ongoing refinement of cost allocation methodologies.

Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated experience developing or generating cost allocation plans.
• Strong professional experience in data analysis, financial analysis, and financial modeling.
• Experience supporting federal grant administration and cost allocation activities.
• Knowledge of federal cost principles, including 2 CFR Part 200 and applicable federal claiming requirements.
• Experience preparing financial documentation, allocation schedules, and supporting analyses.
• Ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Experience supporting deliverables associated with governmental cost allocation and federal reimbursement programs.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting state government or public-sector financial programs.
• Familiarity with 45 CFR Part 95 and Public Assistance Cost Allocation Plans.
• Experience with USDOL, SNAP E&T, TANF, or Vocational Rehabilitation funding.
• Advanced experience with financial reporting, data validation, and allocation modeling.
• Experience preparing documentation for federal audits or regulatory reviews.

Work Arrangement
Candidates must be available to work onsite in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and remotely within the continental United States, as required by the project. The primary work location is onsite.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an updated resume highlighting relevant federal grant cost allocation, financial modeling, data analysis, and Public Assistance Cost Allocation Plan experience.
Please include specific examples of cost allocation plans developed or supported.
This opportunity is contingent upon contract award and client approval.