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Financial Services Budget Execution Analyst – TS/SCI with CI Poly

VMD Corp · McLean, VA · 6 days ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an experienced Budget Analyst Senior to support the Intelligence Community Chief Financial Officer (IC CFO) in the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE).

About the role

The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst plays a critical role in developing, executing, and monitoring budgets tailored to meet internal and external requirements for a directorate, component, or office. This position involves strategic alignment of financial resources with the goals of the National Intelligence Program (NIP), analysis of complex financial data, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders. The analyst will serve as a subject matter expert on legislative and financial appropriation changes impacting IC budgetary considerations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert insights to support analysis and reporting of a component’s financial activities and budget.
  • Assist in crafting comprehensive spend plans and monitor financial execution activities.
  • Record and track interagency agreements for Economy Act and other financial transactions.
  • Document financial commitments, obligations, and expenses with precision and accuracy.
  • Ensure meticulous preparation and processing of transactions, verifying and certifying payments.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to execute budgets effectively, aligning with programmatic goals and optimal resource utilization.
  • Generate detailed budget reports encompassing funding and activity summaries for stakeholders, including customer offices, components, and NIP programs.
  • Assist in the development of budget submissions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Contribute to the creation of fiscal guidance and implementation schedules for each budget phase, subject to customer review and acceptance.
  • Support adherence to Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (IPPBE) deadlines and milestones.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational procedures.
  • Maintain a meticulous record and tracking system for interagency agreements.
  • Resolve outstanding financial obligations and undelivered orders proficiently.
  • Provide dedicated support to COTRs and the Chief of Staff, aiding in the execution of their requirements and addressing process-related inquiries.
  • Assist the Sponsor in drafting and refining ODNI acquisition policies and instructions.
  • Engage in developing insightful budget analysis, participating in financial data calls, and conducting portfolio reviews.
  • Collaborate with the customer in the development and evaluation of fiscal program builds for internal components and IC-wide Programs.
  • Devise effective methods to track spending, execution, commitments, obligations, and expenses for the component.
  • Develop strategic program briefs to communicate critical information.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of the budget, ensuring balance across various functions and disciplines.
  • Contribute to and generate communication materials such as talking points, briefs, and reports pertaining to budgets for interagency forums and working groups.
  • Collaborate closely with USG and IC partners in large interagency forums and working groups.

Requirements

  • Current and active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph.
  • BA degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 12–15 years of prior relevant experience (or a Master’s degree with 10–13 years of experience).
  • Minimum of 7–10 years working in government budgeting, with 3–5 years within the Intelligence Community.
  • Proven expertise in government budget formulation activities and familiarity with the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE).

About Xcelerate Solutions

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions is one of America’s fastest-growing companies. The company’s culture is defined by a diversified workforce of dynamic professionals, supported by growth and development opportunities. Xcelerate has been recognized as one of the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” and is a “Great Place to Work” certified company, with a 4.6-star Glassdoor rating and 99% CEO approval.

Location: McLean, VA & Bethesda, MD

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