Budget Analyst SME III - Specialization

Budget Analyst SME III

BizFirst is seeking full-time Budget Analyst SME III professionals to support our client at OUSD(C) Programs & Resources in Contingency & International Programs and PPBE Reform. The role involves managing budget and financial analysis tasks within its respective focus area while supporting the overall mission of optimizing budget execution and compliance for the Department of Defense (DoD). Our client is a specialized management consulting firm that engages experienced professionals and consultants to support the federal government with strategic project execution, financial process optimization, advanced IT solutions, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementation. Through innovative transformations, they develop and implement strategies to optimize operations for military departments and agencies across the U.S. Federal Government.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review reprogramming and funds transfer actions within DoD.
• Provide support with the collection and integration of financial data, including the data calls to collect such information, to include determining the appropriate analytic methods to develop reports and briefings.
• Provide support for the submission quality check process for all financial information and coordinating with the agencies to resolve data discrepancies.
• Review monthly financial data, monitor, reconcile, and report data against plans, forecasts, and budget targets, as needed to perform analysis and generate summary and detail reports and executive level information papers.
• Perform support and analysis activities to document financial execution for budget accounts overseen by OUSD(C) and designing and testing the integration and accuracy of financial data integration into the DoD Advanced Analytics (Advana) tool.
• Assist with the distribution and consolidation of RFIs from internal and external organizations.
• Assist with the development Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manage the budget exhibit printing, and on-going PPBE reform efforts.
• Provide support in compiling data and information for closure of audits and timely submission of congressional reports.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS/BBA degree from an accredited college/university
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
• Willing to work onsite at the Pentagon daily
• Must possess a Secret clearance
• Must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with pivot tables and other advanced features of Excel
• Must have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to quickly deliver quality written products in constrained time periods
• Must have outstanding communication skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders across DoD
• Must have experience in managing customer expectations and working directly with customers on various ad hoc requests
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Extensive experience in translating stakeholder requirements into executable solutions
• Experience in formulating long-range budgetary requirements, based on established policies and concepts.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple projects
• Federal budget or DoD budget experience

Company Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation and paid federal holidays
• Short Term Disability benefits
• Basic Life Insurance 100% for employee
• Monthly internet reimbursement
• Parking reimbursement
• Training, professional development, educational assistance
• Birthday recognition

About BizFirst:

BizFirst is a pioneering US-owned company that bridges the gap between job seekers and employers in the small business, commercial, enterprise, and government sectors. With a suite of tailored services covering temporary contractors, direct hiring, and consulting, we empower organizations to meet their staffing needs efficiently. Our comprehensive AI-matching platform ensures a seamless match between candidates' expertise and our clients' requirements. Our dedicated team thrives on fostering lasting relationships with both companies and candidates, ensuring a win-win scenario for everyone.

BizFirst LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.