Budget Analyst

Strategy Consulting Team, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategy Consulting Team, LLC is seeking a Budget Analyst to support financial planning, budget formulation, execution, and reporting activities in the DC Metro Area.

The role collaborates with program leadership, finance teams, and client stakeholders to ensure accurate budget tracking and compliance with federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in budget analysis, financial management, or a closely related field.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance with fully adjudicated T5 background investigation including drug test.
• Familiarity with federal budget processes and experience in government consulting is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience preparing and presenting financial data to stakeholders.
• Strong work ethic with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and manage budgets in support of program and organizational objectives
• Prepare budget forecasts, financial reports, and cost projections
• Support budget formulation processes, including data collection, analysis, and submission preparation
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic planning and resource allocation decisions
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations, contract requirements, and internal policies
• Collaborate with program managers and stakeholders to provide budget guidance and recommendations
• Analyze historical data and trends to improve budget accuracy and forecasting
• Support audits, reviews, and financial reporting requirements
• Utilize financial systems and tools to track and report on budget performance

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Quantitative skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

SCT is a firm that partners and collaborates with our clients to deliver results and navigate complex challenges. We bring specialized expertise in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, data analytics, talent management, human capital management, and PMO services. Our core values, that we apply to everything we do, are Integrity, Superior Value, Excellence, Teamwork, Empowerment and Continuous Learning.

We value highly and therefore cultivate a collaborative working culture that emphasizes each employee's strengths and interests in building our team and delivering for clients.

This requisition is for proposal staffing purposes. Employment is contingent upon contract award.

Position Summary

SCT is seeking a Budget Analyst to support financial planning, budget formulation, execution, and reporting activities. This role will work closely with program leadership, finance teams, and client stakeholders to ensure accurate budget tracking, compliance with federal regulations, and data driven financial decision making.

Duties

• Develop, analyze, and manage budgets in support of program and organizational objectives
• Prepare budget forecasts, financial reports, and cost projections
• Support budget formulation processes, including data collection, analysis, and submission preparation
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic planning and resource allocation decisions
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations, contract requirements, and internal policies
• Collaborate with program managers and stakeholders to provide budget guidance and recommendations
• Analyze historical data and trends to improve budget accuracy and forecasting
• Support audits, reviews, and financial reporting requirements
• Utilize financial systems and tools to track and report on budget performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in budget analysis, financial management, or a closely related field
• Active U.S. Government security clearance with fully adjudicated T5 background investigation including drug test
• Familiarity with federal budget processes and experience in government consulting is preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Experience preparing and presenting financial data to stakeholders
• Strong work ethic with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact professionally with clients
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Location

DC Metro Area; onsite

Supervisory role

No

Salary

$100,000 to $140,000, commensurate with education and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.