Budget Analyst

SABG; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SABG is hiring a Budget Analyst in Huntsville, AL to support the FBI FPSS. The role focuses on financial analysis, budget tracking, funding reconciliation, and project cost analysis, with responsibilities spanning audits and financial controls.

The candidate will analyze financial data to support project management decisions and ensure compliance with governance practices. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in finance, consulting, construction, or project management.
• Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to process large quantities of information to evaluate costs, benefits, and project outcomes.
• Ability to articulate financial plans in writing to Senior Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from financial reporting systems.
• Track funding through the life of a project and reconcile balances.
• Support internal controls and financial governance practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

SABG is hiring a Budget Analyst to support the FBI FPSS in Huntsville, AL. This position focuses on financial analysis, budget tracking, funding reconciliation, and project cost analysis. Responsibilities also include maintaining financial controls, supporting audits, and analyzing financial data to support project management and decision-making.

JOB TITLE

Budget Analyst

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The general responsibilities are as follows, to include but not limited to:

• Analyze data from financial reporting systems,
• Track funding through the entire life of a project and reconcile all available balances.
• Support all financial management project governance practices by ensuring internal controls are met
• Provide support for any financial audits that may arise.
• Provide financial analyses for projects.

SUPERVISION

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree and one (1) year of experience in finance, consulting, construction, or project management
• Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to process large quantities of information to evaluate costs, benefits, and project outcomes.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve problems while being able to clearly articulate complex ideas and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to solve complicated math problems as the job entails the disaggregation of data to form recommendations for a project to run effectively.
• Work with and understand spreadsheets, financial analysis programs and database functions.
• Ability to articulate financial plans in writing to Senior Leadership

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS

SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail] .

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled