Budget/Financial Analyst III

Piper Companies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

PTO & Sick Leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Budget/Financial Analyst III to deliver senior-level budget analysis and financial management support to an Army client in a fast-paced HQ environment, onsite in Crystal City, Arlington, VA.

You will lead budget submissions, develop spend plans, support the full PPBE cycle, and provide actionable financial insights to senior leaders. Requires active Secret clearance, DoD budgeting knowledge, and advanced Excel, Power BI, and Power Apps skills.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Strong knowledge of DoD budgeting, appropriations law, and Army financial regulations.
• 8–10 years of federal financial management, budgeting and execution experience.
• PPBE process knowledge and Army budget cycles.
• Advanced Excel financial modeling, pivot tables and data analysis.
• Power BI and Power Apps familiarity for reporting and automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with senior leadership.
• Proactive, team-focused and able to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed budget submissions and funding justifications.
• Develop and manage complex spend plans; track obligations and disbursements.
• Support the full PPBE cycle from program build to year-end close.
• Coordinate with COR and Acquisition teams on funding actions.
• Prepare executive briefings, dashboards and data visualizations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts.

Skills

Budgeting

PPBE knowledge

Excel

Power BI

Power Apps

Communication

Organization

Team player

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GFEBs

CHESS

Tableau

Job description

*Active Secret Clearance Needed for Consideration*

Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Budget/Financial Analyst III to provide senior-level budget analysis and financial management support to an Army client operating in a fast-paced, headquarters-level environment. Manages complex funding portfolios, supports budget execution and planning activities across the full Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) cycle, and delivers timely financial insight to inform senior leadership decisions. Engages directly with Requirement Owners, the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), the Acquisition team, other budget analysts, and senior-level stakeholders to align funding strategies, resolve execution issues, and ensure compliance with federal appropriations law and DoD financial policy. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who anticipates issues before they arise, takes initiative without waiting to be directed, and brings a genuine team-first mindset to every engagement.This is a full time, onsite position located in the Crystal City area of Arlington, VA.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the preparation of detailed budget submissions, funding justifications, and supporting materials for internal, Army, and DoD reviews.
• Develop and manage complex spend plans; track obligations and disbursements; provide variance analysis and execution performance reporting to leadership.
• Support and participate in the full PPBE cycle, including program build, budget justification, execution review, and year-end close activities.
• Engage Requirement Owners to validate funding needs, confirm requirements alignment, and ensure accurate and complete budget documentation.
• Coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to support contract funding actions, track expenditures, and ensure alignment between financial plans and contract execution.
• Coordinate with the Acquisition team to support procurement planning, funding certification, and execution of contracting actions in accordance with appropriations guidance.
• Collaborate with fellow budget analysts to synchronize execution strategies, resolve funding discrepancies, and maintain consistency across the portfolio.
• Engage senior-level stakeholders to communicate financial status, present analysis, and provide recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Conduct comprehensive financial and programmatic analyses to assess alignment with strategic goals and performance benchmarks.
• Develop cost models, rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates, and business case analyses to support planning and investment decisions.
• Review, coordinate, and validate financial instruments such as support agreements (e.g., 7600A/B), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare executive-level briefings, dashboards, and data visualizations that communicate financial performance, risk, and trends clearly.
• Support forecasting, scenario modeling, and risk assessments tied to budget planning and execution cycles.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs), process improvement efforts, and responses to data calls or external reviews.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts in federal financial management best practices.

REQUIREMENTS

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Strong working knowledge of federal budgeting, appropriations law, and DoD/Army financial regulations.
• Demonstrated experience managing spend plans, tracking obligations and disbursements, and producing execution performance reports.
• Working knowledge of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process and Army budget cycles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Power BI and Power Apps tools for data analysis, reporting, and workflow automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver briefings to senior leadership and senior-level stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-tempo environment.
• Demonstrated team-player mentality — collaborative, reliable, and committed to shared mission success over individual recognition.
• Proactive approach to work — identifies problems early, raises issues promptly, and drives solutions without waiting to be directed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8–10 years of experience in federal financial management, budgeting, and execution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process and federal budget cycles required.
• Prior experience supporting the U.S. Army or other DoD components required.
• Experience operating in or supporting an HQ-level environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with the Government’s Financial Execution Budget System (GFEBs) highly recommended.
• Familiarity with the Computer Hardware, Enterprise Software and Solutions (CHESS) program for the procurement of IT products and services preferred.
• Familiarity with reimbursable funding mechanisms, interagency agreements, and working capital fund environments preferred.

COMPENSATION:

• Salary Range: $90,000 – $150,000 *depending on experience*
• Full Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401K
  • PTO, and Sick Leave (as required by law)

This job posting opens on September 8, 2026. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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