Budget Analyst — Federal Financial Forecasting & Storytelling

US Army Corps of Engineers; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a Budget Analyst at the Wilmington District, SAD. This DHA-direct hire opportunity offers pathways to GS-07, GS-09, or higher, dependent on specialized experience, with potential promotion to GS-11.

The role covers Civil Works, Military, and Revolving Fund programs and requires coordination with the District management team. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and financial storytelling to support decision making and

Qualifications

• Specialized Experience GS-7: Formulating operating budget estimates; assisting in budgetary duties and tracking financial trends; reviewing budget requests within guidelines.
• Education: One year of graduate level education in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline.
• Superior Academic Achievement: Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement as defined by performance in college curriculum or honors societies.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Budget Analyst, providing comprehensive budgetary and financial services for a complex program funded through Civil Works, military appropriations, and reimbursable funds.
• Supports budgeting and forecasting by compiling and analyzing district budget estimates for consistency with historical levels and staffing shifts; advises management on limitations and reprogramming actions.
• Performs financial analysis and storytelling by monitoring expenditures, obligations, and funding utilization; conducts monthly reconciliations and translates discrepancies into actionable reports.

Job description

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a Budget Analyst at the Wilmington District, SAD. This DHA-direct hire opportunity offers pathways to GS-07, GS-09, or higher, dependent on specialized experience, with potential promotion to GS-11.

The role covers Civil Works, Military, and Revolving Fund programs and requires coordination with the District management team. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and financial storytelling to support decision making and