Budget Analyst

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Incumbent will perform a full range of budgetary duties associated with the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution of assigned programs.

Duties

• Communicate budgetary information effectively to present, defend, and provide guidance on financial matters.
• Resolve budget discrepancies by identifying issues, implementing corrective actions, and coordinating with financial staff.
• Develop comprehensive budgets for assigned programs by reviewing and interpreting guidance from higher-level entities.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, assess funding requirements, and support budget formulation.
• Prepare budget schedules and justifications to support and defend budget requests to senior leaders and higher authorities.
• Interpret and apply financial regulations and policies to ensure compliance in all budgeting activities.
• Advise leadership on funding adjustments and reprogramming actions to maintain financial alignment with the Command's mission.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This is a DOD Financial Management position. The incumbent must complete training and meet position requirements for certification within 2 years of appointment.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.