BUDGET ANALYST NEW

United States Department of Defense - Eielson Air Force Base, AK

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Eielson Air Force Base, AK

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The Budget Analyst position at the Department of Defense involves managing day-to-day budget and financial issues, including budget formulation, execution, and administration. The role requires providing guidance on budgeting processes and conducting analyses of budget-related information. The analyst will utilize automated systems to support budgeting tasks and ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the functional point of contact for day-to-day budget/financial issues.
• Perform budget formulation work involving review and preparation of budget estimates and financial plans.
• Monitor obligations incurred and actual expenditures of funds during budget execution and administration.
• Provide advice, assistance, and guidance on budgeting and related information.
• Conduct analyses, reviews, and special studies of budget and/or related information.
• Utilize budgetary and other automated systems to accomplish budgeting/funding assignments.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or equivalent, or a master's degree or equivalent graduate education in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of commonly used budgetary methods, practices, procedures, regulations, and policies.
• Skill in gathering, assembling, and analyzing factual information from various sources.
• Ability to make oral presentations on the budget and conduct budget-related training.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with automated data processing software programs used for budget tasks.
• Familiarity with financial management certification programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA).
• Potential for recruitment and relocation incentives.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.