Budget Analyst

Budget Analyst

ARServices delivers innovative program management, financial, technical, and advisory solutions that advance national security missions across the Federal Government. With deep expertise supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and other national security agencies, we help our customers address complex Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) and CBRNE challenges through responsive, mission-focused solutions that strengthen operational readiness and protect the nation.

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At ARServices, your work has purpose. Every day, our employees help solve complex challenges that strengthen national security and support critical government missions. We invest in talented professionals by fostering a collaborative, mission-focused culture where innovation is encouraged, contributions are recognized, and career growth is supported. Guided by our core values of Agility, Reliability, and Success, we empower our people to make an impact, both for our customers and for the future.

ARServices is seeking an experienced Budget Analyst to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Research & Development (RD) Directorate. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented financial professional with strong expertise in DoD budget execution, financial analysis, and audit readiness. You will function as a key member of the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) team, providing expert financial advice and assistance to government project managers (PMs) and budget specialists. This position supports annual budget development, execution, tracking, and strategic financial planning while ensuring compliance with DoD policies and helping PMs focus on leading critical RDT&E efforts.

The Budget Analyst will support overall financial management of R&D programs, including spend plan maintenance, obligation tracking, forecasting, and preparation of key PPBE documentation. You will create impactful data visualizations, reconcile financial data, and deliver clear insights to inform senior leader decision-making.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Provide budget and finance Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) in support of DTRA Research and Development (R&D) programs in accordance with DoD policies.
• Maintain the Division's current Spend Plan and Unfunded Requirements list.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on Commitments, Obligations, and Disbursements for RDT&E appropriations.
• Prepare supporting financial documentation required to commit funding in accordance with DTRA financial policy and procedures.
• Create data visualizations (tables, bar and pie charts, pivot tables) that inform leaders of budget position to drive decisions.
• Research unobligated commitments and Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs).
• Review Monthly Status Reports (MSR) provided by performers and reconcile them to disbursements as recorded in government databases.
• Inform program managers of the status and availability of funds.
• Estimate future financial needs of programs to feed out-year programming.
• Support the Future Years Defense Plan (FYDP) in developing exhibits and articles for government leadership approval.
• Support the development of the Budget Estimate Submission (BES).
• Support planning and programming of future requirements and preparation of Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Budget Estimate Submission (BES), President's Budget (PB), and other funding justification products.
• Assist program managers by providing advisory assistance for financial support functions, including coordination and tracking of financial instruments, defense of budget requests, justification documentation, briefing materials, and other administrative documents.
• Review managers' budget proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with laws and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of documented experience managing large R&D budget execution, spend plans, and burn rate processes.
• 5–7 years of documented experience forecasting future R&D financial requirements and preparing associated documents such as Program Objective Memorandum (POM), President's Budget, and Budget Estimate Submission (BES).
• 5–7 years of documented R&D resource management experience working with multiple DoD appropriations.
• Documented experience implementing Government accounting policy and regulations, including the DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and OMB Circular A-123.
• Demonstrated experience creating data visualizations to produce pivot tables, bar graphs, pie charts, etc.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and experience developing and presenting complex information to senior Government officials using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Familiarity with the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) Accounting system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel) and collaborative tools (MS Teams, WebEx, etc.).

Security Clearance Requirements: Current DoD Top Secret with SCI access.

Location & Travel: This is a full-time position primarily based at Albuquerque, NM. Situational telework is allowed, with on-site requirements of 5 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II certification in financial management or equivalent.
• Familiarity with developing and reviewing support agreements.
• Experience with the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) tools.
• Prior experience working at DTRA or within other DoD R&D organizations.

Total Rewards: At ARServices, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, meaningful career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, professional development opportunities, and employee wellness resources. Eligible employees may also participate in additional company-sponsored programs and benefits. We are proud to foster a culture built on Agility, Reliability, and Success, where employees are recognized for their contributions and empowered to grow their careers while supporting critical national security missions.

Compensation at ARServices is determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including education, relevant experience, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, internal equity, external market considerations, geographic location, security clearance level, contract labor category and funding requirements, organizational needs, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full-time status. Actual starting compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and the factors identified above.

Posted Salary Range: USD $83,898 - $161,266 / Yr.

Equal Employment Opportunity: ARServices is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation: ARServices is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or access other employment benefits, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance.