Budget Analyst

$70,448 - $91,582/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - West Haven, CT

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - West Haven, CT

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Budget Analyst for the Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System is responsible for applying budget analysis theories and methods to the formulation and execution of the VA's programs. This role involves providing guidance to management on budgetary matters, ensuring proper fund usage, and maintaining adequate funding levels throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Budget Analyst for the VA Healthcare System's operating budget, including all phases of program planning and analysis.
• Determine requirements and establish priorities for budget formulation, planning, and execution.
• Provide guidance to managers and supervisors on budgetary matters.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to budget management.
• Advise management on the proper use of funds and ensure compliance with budgetary principles.
• Prepare quantitative and analytical data for budget formulation and execution processes.
• Conduct reviews, analyses, and evaluations of fund usage for budgetary planning.
• Perform major and minor reprogramming of funds as necessary.
• Apply statistical techniques for gathering and interpreting quantitative information.
• Make authoritative recommendations to fiscal officers regarding budgetary practices.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required to apply for this job.
• Specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in budget and finance regulations, procedures, and processes for budget formulation.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating changes in program plans and funding.
• A Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree may substitute for experience at the GS-09 level.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with federal budget processes and regulations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to support federal careers.