Budget Analyst Jobs

Trilogy Federal provides financial management, information technology (IT) consulting, program management services, and strategic consulting to federal agencies. Trilogy has an extensive history helping federal clients achieve their most ambitious business modernization and optimization goals with the ability to deliver targeted subject matter expertise and full life cycle support.

We are seeking an experienced Budget Analyst for a new opportunity with a large federal customer. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of experience with federal budgeting in a large cabinet-level organization, which is essential to the successful performance of the program. The Budget Analyst should be a self-starter who demonstrates initiative and has experience in taking ownership of work assignments.

The chosen candidate will join a skilled team of professionals dedicated to assist a government team with strategic budget formalization to include budget narratives and justification requests addressing current operational, future state, technology advancement and modernization costs, contract support projections planning and sustainment. The role demands a high level of analytical skills and financial acumen, including the ability to navigate a fluctuating number of monthly budget-related tasks.

This position is 100% remote with the potential exception of 1-2 short domestic business trips per year (Washington DC and Hines, IL). Some overtime work may be required from time to time.

Please note, this position is contingent upon award with an expected start date of August 2023.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Cost Analysis: Perform detailed costing analyses to assess the efficiency of budget use and recommend cost-effective solutions
• Strategic Budget Formalization: Assist in developing strategic budgets that encompass current operational costs, future state projections, technology advancement and modernization costs, and contract support planning
• Budget Narratives and Justification Requests: Develop compelling budget narratives and justification requests that effectively communicate the need for budget allocations to various stakeholders
• Project Management: Manage multiple budget-related tasks with varying frequencies throughout the year, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables
• Budget Analysis and Reporting: Conduct comprehensive reviews of budget proposals and expenditures, evaluate the allocation of resources, and present findings in clear, concise budget reports

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 (five) years of experience working as a Budget Analyst supporting the Federal Government with experience in spending, budget, and funding analysis.
• Proficient in using budgeting software and tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field
• The ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Prior experience developing budget reports, conducting cost analysis, and supporting the development of budget narratives and justification requests.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools
• Experience with Department of Veterans Affairs is a plus

Benefits (including but not limited to):

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Optional FSA
• Pet insurance
• Monthly phone and internet stipend
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• No cost group term life/AD&D plan, and optional supplemental coverage
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions 100% vested from day 1

Regarding remote positions, Trilogy Federal is only able to offer virtual employment in the following states: Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, D.C., Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

Trilogy Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

This range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as Trilogy Federal conducts an individual equity review for every candidate based on experience, location, education, industry experience, and comparisons to internal pay bands. In addition to salary, Trilogy offers robust benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance coverage, 401(k) match, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a very supportive work/life balance.