U.S Government

Budget Analyst

U.S Government$62K — $118K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2 years of progressively responsible experience in budget formulation and management.
  • Ability to prepare detailed reports and financial analyses.
  • Expertise in coordinating budget requests with various stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory compliance in budgeting processes.
  • Experience in process improvement strategies for budget management.

Responsibilities

  • Formulate and monitor budgets for assigned departmental programs.
  • Validate accuracy of budget requests and provide recommendations.
  • Coordinate with program managers on funding justifications.
  • Ensure program budgets are executed in alignment with goals and compliance.
  • Develop guidance for effective budget formulation and execution.
  • Oversee expenditure of approved program funds continuously.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Aflac supplemental insurance.
  • Retirement plans including 401K, 403(b), and 457(b).
  • Short and long-term disability insurance available.
  • Generous leave accrual options and a family leave program.
  • 11 paid holidays per year and employee assistance program.
  • Flexible work options including alternate work schedules and telework.
Full Job Description
Salary: $62,159.00 - $118,558.00 Annually
Location : Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-FI-GOC-0004
Department: Government Operations Cluster
Division: GOC-Department of Employment Services
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Details
SERVICING PERSONNEL OFFICE/UNIT: Office of Human Resources (OHR)
POSITION SERIES: DS- 560
POSITION GRADE: DS-09/11/12
IF "OPEN UNTIL FILLED," FIRST SCREENING DATE: May 12, 2026
TOUR OF DUTY: To Be Determined
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Unlimited
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: DS- 12
NO. OF VACANCIES: One (1) or more
AGENCY:
DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Government Operations Cluster (GOC), Department of Employment Services (DOES). The incumbent will have responsibility for formulating, justifying, monitoring, and developing process improvement strategies for budgets within their assigned agency's department. Duties include, but are not limited to: validating the accuracy of budget requests; providing recommendations and accurate budget projections; coordinating with program managers and other financial personnel to provide sustainable justification for requests; ensuring that the budgets of assigned program operations are expended in a manner that achieves program goals, meets established criteria, and regulatory compliance; providing continuous oversight of the program's expenditure of approved funds; developing guidance and tools to make proper budgetary formulations, execution determinations, and planning decisions; and assessing the impact of revised budget execution policy and timetables. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of progressive work experience performing related duties and responsibilities such as: formulating, justifying, monitoring, coordinating and approving budget requests; and preparing reports, analysis, and justifications related to funding matters.

Specialized Experience

Experience that provides the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for this position.
The OCFO offers a competitive salary and benefits package may include the following options:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverages
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance
  • Retirement Plans (401(a), 403(b) & 457(b))
  • Group & Optional Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Leave Accrual Options
  • Family Leave Program
  • 11 Paid Holidays per year
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Commuter Benefits
  • Educational Assistance
  • College Savings Plan
  • Alternate Work Schedules (AWS)
  • Telework
For additional details regarding benefits offered by the OCFO, please visit the OCFO's benefits webpage.
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Describe your experience of the budget development process including budget formulation and execution processes.
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Describe your experience performing financial data analysis and communicating results to stakeholder.
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Describe your ability to meet deadlines while working under pressure.
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About U.S Government

The United States Government is the federal government of the United States, a republic in North America. The government is composed of three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. The government is responsible for the administration of public policy and the enforcement of laws. The government is funded through a combination of taxes, fees, and borrowing. The government employs more than 21 million people, making it one of the largest employers in the world.
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