Budget Analyst

Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with a Polygraph at application time.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management or budget analysis.
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and compliance requirements.
  • Expertise in financial systems and strong Excel/database management skills.
  • Experience with variance analysis in a federal or IC environment.
  • Willingness to work in Chantilly, VA, as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Support financial planning and execution of GED portfolio budgets.
  • Assist senior leadership in budget formulation and justification.
  • Develop and present fiscal recommendations and resource allocations.
  • Conduct variance analyses and monitor resource compliance.
  • Prepare and review budget documentation for stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a critical defense and intelligence environment.
  • Exposure to senior leadership for professional growth.
  • Involvement in the creation and management of federal budgets.
Full Job Description
Overview

SPA has an immediate need for a Budget Analyst.

Responsibilities

The Budget Analyst will support the financial planning, execution, and analysis of program budgets across the GED portfolio.  The successful candidate will be responsible to support senior leadership and business staff in budget formulation, justification, execution, and review.  Will develop and present fiscal recommendations, including resource allocations and corrective actions. Prepare and review fiscal artifacts and budget documentation for internal and external stakeholders as well as conduct variance analyses and monitor resource allocations to ensure compliance with established policies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI with a Polygraph at time of application 
    • Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with a SPA Talent Acquisition professional
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, budget analysis, or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and compliance requirements
  • Expertise in financial systems and software with strong Excel and database management skills
  • Experience with variance analysis, fiscal planning, and policy compliance in a federal or IC environment
  • Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

 

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Budget/Program Controls experience within one or more of the NRO's Ds & Os
  • Understanding of and experience with the development of the NRO's annual budget formation process (from a D&O budget / with program controls perspective)
  • Experience with the NRO's TIER action system process

 

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent.  Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide both paid and unpaid time away from work.  The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.  Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  Pay Transparency Range:  140k - 195k

Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $140,000.00/Yr. - USD $195,000.00/Yr.

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