Budget Analyst

Quick Facts

• Role: Budget Analyst (GS-09 or GS-11)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

• Telework: Ad hoc at supervisor discretion

Description

The Budget Analyst supports the VA mission by applying budget analysis theory and methods to help formulate and execute facility budget requests and VA programs. The role advises program and line managers, reviews budget submissions for alignment with agency policy and congressional intent, and performs ongoing analyses of budget execution and deviations.

Responsibilities

• Advise program and line managers on interpretation of budget estimates and development of budget requests

• Review facility budgetary and program requirements for conformance with agency policies

• Update budget estimates in response to annual mid-year and fall reviews

• Review initial budget submissions against planning guidelines and fiscal program targets

• Develop proposed budgetary and procedural guidance for budget estimate formats and assumptions

• Create budget summary charts highlighting key issues for budget decisions

• Participate in fund distribution and controls across planning, apportionment, and allotment stages

• Assist with instructions for monthly budget operating plans

• Investigate and explain deviations from fiscal operating plans and program objectives

• Produce monthly analyses of program actuals and trends, including explanations of significant deviations

• Initiate and conduct special studies related to facility business lines and ancillary program accounts

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Complete all required steps, including an online assessment

• Selective Service registration (for eligible males)

• Background/security investigation

• Online onboarding and acceptable REAL ID–compliant identification

• Seasonal influenza vaccination program participation (VA HCP requirement)

• Meet probationary/trial employment period requirements

• Meet GS-09/GS-11 qualification standards by the closing date using specialized experience and/or qualifying graduate education (transcripts required as applicable)

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and whether full-time/part-time/intermittent).