Budget Analyst

Aalismc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Budget Analyst to support a federal agency with budget formulation and financial reporting. The role requires analytical skills and experience in government budgeting. The ideal candidate should possess a BS/BA in a related field and have strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in budgeting or financial analysis.
• Familiarity with federal budget cycles and travel regulations.
• Proficiency in automated budgeting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting.
• Prepare budget reports and analyze expenditures.
• Review employee travel reimbursement requests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

BS/BA in Business, Finance, Management or related field

Tools

Concur

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability.

Title:Budget Analyst
Client:Federal Agency
Location:Washington, D.C.
Ability to Work:Hybrid – Requires 2 days in the office
Clearance:Public Trust
Security Clearance Statement:Must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Number of Position(s):1
Work Schedule:8 am – 6 pm
Workday:Monday – Friday

Job Description

The Budget Analyst will support the federal agency by managing budget formulation, execution, and financial reporting. This role ensures compliance with federal guidelines, optimizes financial processes, and supports travel reimbursement operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in government budgeting and travel expense management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, tracking, and monitoring of budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and federal regulations.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc budget reports, analyze expenditures, and recommend corrective actions to maintain fiscal control.
• Assist in defining and implementing financial best practices, including automation solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Review and process employee travel reimbursement requests in compliance with company policies and government per diem rates. Verify documentation (receipts, approvals, itineraries) and ensure expenses align with pre-approved budgets.
• Serve as a liaison between departments, providing clear financial guidance, documenting processes, and making recommendations to optimize resource allocation.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a BS/BA in Business, Finance, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum4yearsof experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or government finance.
• Familiarity with federal budget cycles, policies, and travel regulations.
• Experience withConcuror similar expense/travel software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial databases, and automated budgeting tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Aalis ManagementConsulting isan Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.