Budget Analyst

Crane Army Ammunition Activity; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Financial Management professional to oversee budget coordination and funding for Army programs. In this critical role, you will ensure proper application of funds, monitor expenditures, and provide vital support to program managers. This position requires specialized experience in financial management and a commitment to compliance with federal regulations. If you are passionate about financial integrity and want to contribute to essential Army operations, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values precision and accountability in financial practices, and make a significant impact in supporting the Army's mission.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in program budget planning and execution.
• Experience in applying federal budget regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of funding and budget review for Army Working Capital Fund.
• Monitor expenditures and advise program managers on financial progress.

Skills

Financial Management

Budget Coordination

Federal Appropriations Law

Accounting Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Open & closing dates:

01/23/2025 to 02/06/2025

Duties

• Responsible for the coordination of all aspects of the funding, budget review, and preparation of presentations for various types of Army Working Capital Fund (AWCF) authorizations.
• Ensure appropriate usage of funding during execution, monitors expenditures, and advises program managers of progress and finally for facilitating the financial closure of orders in coordination with customers.
• Ensure fund availability, correctness of accounting citations, and fiscal propriety of transactions and the application of all Federal Appropriations law, Comptroller General decisions, and regulatory provisions to the fund certification process.
• Provide advice and assistance to the Budget Officer in the certification of appropriated funds ensuring the administrative control of funds to preclude and prevent violations of statutory or administrative limitations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment:

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 2 Certified position.
• Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense and Department of the Army requirements of this certification program.
• This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes contributing to the planning, coordination, and implementation of program budgets to explain the impact of various changes; processing budget forms, reports, and schedules to meet requirements; applying the practices, methods, guidance, and regulations of budget execution to determine proper application of funds and proper execution of funded programs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (NH-02).

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