Junior Budget Analyst

iHire; Merrifield (VA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A mission-driven federal contractor is hiring a Junior Budget Analyst to support projects for the U.S. Postal Service in Merrifield, VA. This role offers a chance to track budgets, analyze costs, and ensure compliance with federal requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-4 years of experience in budget analysis. The position promotes career growth within a stable environment, providing hybrid flexibility after initial onboarding on-site. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 annually.

Qualifikationen

• 3–4 years of experience in budget analysis, accounting, or project financial support.
• High attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or travel as required.

Aufgaben

• Track and monitor project budgets, labor costs, travel, and expenditures.
• Prepare and deliver budget reports, financial summaries, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with federal budgeting, reporting, and audit requirements.

Kenntnisse

Budget analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

MBA CSi has partnered with iHire to reach top talent for their opening below. MBA Consulting Services, Inc. (MBA CSi) is hiring a Junior Budget Analyst to support U.S. Postal Service (USPS) engineering and infrastructure programs in Merrifield, VA. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in budget tracking, project finance, and federal reporting who want to grow within a stable, mission-driven federal environment.

You’ll work directly with project managers and contracting teams to track budgets, analyze costs, and ensure compliance with federal financial requirements—helping keep large-scale USPS initiatives on schedule and within budget.

This position offers career growth, hybrid flexibility, and exposure to complex federal programs that impact millions nationwide.

Work Schedule: Initial on-site presence required for onboarding and ramp-up, with 1 day of telework per week once established.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and monitor project budgets, labor costs, travel, and expenditures
• Reconcile budgets across project management, finance, and contracting teams
• Prepare and deliver budget reports, financial summaries, and presentations
• Capture meeting notes, action items, and follow-ups to support project execution
• Support project planning and financial forecasting activities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost control
• Ensure compliance with federal budgeting, reporting, and audit requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 3–4 years of experience in budget analysis, accounting, or project financial support
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience supporting federal agencies or government contractors (preferred)
• High attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours or travel as required
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal contracting or government-funded projects
• Knowledge of federal budget compliance and reporting standards
• Proven ability to support multiple projects simultaneously
• Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and accuracy

Why MBA Consulting Services?

MBA CSi is a trusted federal contractor delivering engineering, IT, and professional services to mission-critical government customers, including the U.S. Postal Service. We offer long-term program stability, collaborative teams, and meaningful work that supports national infrastructure and public service.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action

Employer statements: Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 Annual