IT Strategic/Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About this Role:

The IT Strategic/Financial Analyst provides financial management, budget formulation, and strategic planning support for the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Technology division, managing an annual IT budget of over $90M. This role supports the full lifecycle of federal IT budget activities, including formulation, execution, reporting, and Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes. The analyst delivers data-driven insights and evidence-based recommendations to optimize IT investments, achieve cost savings, and ensure compliance with federal financial management regulations, OMB guidance, and agency priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver annual and multi-year IT budget formulation documents in alignment with ACF priorities.
• Track and monitor execution of $90M+ IT budget, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and federal appropriations law.
• Support CPIC processes, IT Dashboard submissions, and agency portfolio reviews with strategic recommendations.
• Prepare business cases, trade-off analyses, and financial reports for ACF leadership, OMB, and oversight bodies.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses, spend plan reconciliations, and unliquidated obligation (UDO) reporting.
• Provide executive-level financial briefings and recommendations to improve IT portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with federal stakeholders on budget planning, execution, and investment decisions.
• Maintain financial documentation and ensure audit readiness and compliance with OMB guidance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in federal budget formulation, execution, and financial management.
• Knowledge of federal budget processes, OMB requirements, CPIC, and appropriations law.
• Advanced financial analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong communication skills with ability to brief senior leadership.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• CPA, CFA, CGFM, or equivalent certification.
• Experience with ACF, HHS, or similar federal agencies.
• Proficiency with BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with federal acquisition processes and IT investment management.

Additional Information:

• Must be able to obtain a public trust clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Flexible work from home options available.