Budget Analyst II

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

$94K — $137K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in finance and accounting, ideally in public sector or capital budgeting.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • Knowledge of economic assumptions for budgeting and budget estimation.
  • Skilled in budget planning, formulation, and execution, with an eye for detail.
  • Proficient in data analysis, making recommendations based on findings.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience with financial software and modern office suites, particularly accounting systems.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and consolidate budgets, multi-year forecasts, and financial reports.
  • Perform detailed budgetary reviews and ensure accuracy and completeness of submissions.
  • Monitor spending and prepare monthly analysis reports on the operations and maintenance budget.
  • Collaborate with department managers to create multi-year budget plans following guidelines.
  • Conduct variance analysis and manage adjustments in collaboration with the Budget Department.
  • Maintain reporting procedures for regular budget monitoring and management briefings.
  • Draft and revise policies related to budgeting processes and procedures.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at both the Headquarters and Washington Dulles International Airport.
  • Potential for professional development through training assistance for department managers.
  • Chance to engage in various budget and finance assignments, enhancing experience.
  • Possibility of collaborating with a diverse team of department managers.
  • Exposure to public sector financial practices and advanced budgeting systems.
Full Job Description
Compensation Grade:
S20
Salary Range:
$94,665.00-$137,265.00

Opening Date:
August 7, 2026

Closing Date:
August 22, 2026
Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

As a Budget Analyst II, you will coordinate, consolidate, and submit budgets, multi-year forecasts, and quarterly financial reports.

Budget Analyst II

May serve in the Office of Finance at the Headquarters Office or the Finance Department at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Performs budgetary review and analysis for the formulation, presentation, and execution of the annual operations and maintenance (O&M) budget; prepares multi-year forecasts; and participates in various budget and finance assignments. Monitors current year-to-date spending and prepares monthly budget analysis reports on the O&M budget. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops budget-year estimates and financial plans. May provide budget development training and assistance to department managers.

Reviews budget submissions for accuracy and completeness and ensures needed justifications are included. Writes and revises project descriptions for the annual budget.

Creates and maintains reporting procedures to ensure regular monitoring of the budget. Monitors current year spending and prepares monthly budget analysis reports. Briefs management on spending and budget status.

Coordinates quarterly forecasts with the Budget Department including identifying unfunded requirements, conducting variance analysis, and making authorized adjustments.

Develops, tracks, and administers the budget and expenditures using enterprise financial software systems or Excel spreadsheets. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and special financial reports, as requested.

Collaborates with department managers to develop multi-year budget plans adhering to Budget Office guidelines. Identifies unusual changes and trends impacting expenses for upcoming fiscal years. Prepares cost benefit analysis to identify budget options.

Prepares new or revised draft policies and procedures related to budget processes (e.g. funding, tracking, emergencies) for review and approval by management.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of progressively responsible experience in finance and accounting and a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of and ability to develop and use economic assumptions for budgeting and preparing budget-year estimates.

Ability to write and edit budget requests, monitor and track expenses, and reconcile budget expenditures.

Knowledge of and skill in budget planning, formulation, and execution.

Knowledge of general accounting principles and ability to identify changes and trends in costs and expenditures for budgeting, and to identify items that might impact future expenses and revenue.

Ability to perform detailed analysis of data and information and make recommendations.

Knowledge of and ability to manage administrative processes related to travel, training, procurement, and other paperwork management.

Ability to speak and write effectively.

Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software, with emphasis on accounting and financial systems/software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in public sector operating and capital budgeting or finances.

Knowledge of and skill in using an Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) for budgeting.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

None.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.

May be subject to night/weekend/holiday work during peak periods linked to budget cycles.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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