Budget Analyst

About the role

The Budget Analyst supports the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASW (CN&SP)), advancing the Department of War's mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing program and budget requirements across CD/CTOC/CTF portfolios.
• Developing and reviewing Program Objective Memoranda (POM) inputs.
• Preparing budget justification materials and resource packages.
• Evaluating budget execution data for accuracy and compliance.
• Conducting cost analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Supporting reprogramming actions and funding adjustments.
• Monitoring monthly execution across DoD components.
• Aiding in program audits and financial reviews.
• Developing briefings and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Performing feasibility and efficiency studies for program investments.
• Supporting workload modeling and resource prioritization.
• Analyzing long-term funding strategies and impacts.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across DoD and interagency partners.
• Utilizing ERP systems and financial databases for analysis.
• Providing real-time analysis and decision support in dynamic environments.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in DoW or federal budget/financial management.
• Expert knowledge of DoW Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Demonstrated understanding of federal budgeting, appropriations, and authorizations.
• Experience with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Treasury policies.
• Proficiency with DoW financial ERP systems and manpower databases.
• Previous experience presenting information related to cost estimation and financial analysis to senior leaders.
• Ability to present complex financial data to senior leaders.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, economics, business, public administration, or similarly related field.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently and advise senior leaders (SES/General Officer level).
• Experience translating complex technical topics into plain language.

Skills

• Expert knowledge of DoW Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Strong understanding of federal budgeting, appropriations, and authorizations.
• Experience with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Treasury policies.
• Proficiency with DoW financial ERP systems and manpower databases.
• Previous experience presenting information related to cost estimation and financial analysis to senior leaders.
• Ability to present complex financial data to senior leaders.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.