Journeyman Budget Analyst - Norfolk, VA.

Company Overview

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission‑critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Veteran Administration (VA) and select commercial clients. ACET’s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

About the Role

This position is awaiting contract award. We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Budget Analyst to join our financial management team supporting the F/A‑18 variants program at NAS Norfolk, VA. In this role you will take ownership of day‑to‑day financial execution, ensuring that budget submissions are highly accurate, legally compliant, and aligned with mission goals. You will translate dense financial metrics into actionable insights to optimize funding for critical naval aviation assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate complex budget estimates for completeness, absolute accuracy, and strict conformance with NAVAIR financial procedures and federal regulations.
• Analyze comprehensive budgeting and accounting reports to monitor execution trends, tracking execution benchmarks against target metrics.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve financial discrepancies between internal program tracking sheets and official government accounting systems.
• Synthesize financial and accounting data to prepare detailed tracking spreadsheets, justification narratives, and financial briefs for program leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access the airfield and military installation.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited institution, ideally in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 10 years of direct experience in budget formulation, financial tracking, or accounting analysis—preferably within a DoD or NAVAIR program environment.
• Proficiency in defense accounting frameworks and advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel (data manipulation, complex formulas).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• U.S. citizenship is required to apply.

Why Join ACET

ACET continues to expand its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This position provides the opportunity to directly shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while supporting operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and short‑ and long‑term disability
• 401(k) program
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program