Program & Budget Operations Lead

Kindora; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

NEA in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned budget and financial program expert to lead budget planning and analysis within the Center for Advocacy and Political Action. The incumbent will plan and implement budget processes, forecast expenditures, and analyze fiscal operations across departments.

The role requires strong experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft, Excel) and the ability to produce complex financial reports and presentations for leadership. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as stated or equivalent. (Education requirements)
• Four years of progressive professional experience in program budgets and financial operations.
• Experience with federal/state financial statutes related to assignments.
• Significant experience using financial management systems and Excel for complex reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plan, and implement Center budget processes and budgetary controls.
• Conduct cost analyses and analyze program expenditures and spending trends.
• Develop forecasts and financial models to support contracts and external agreements.
• Maintain databases of program purchases, contracts, and expenditures.

Skills

Budget planning

Financial analysis

Excel

PeopleSoft

Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Finance, or equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

Excel

Smartsheet

PowerPoint

Job description

NEA in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned budget and financial program expert to lead budget planning and analysis within the Center for Advocacy and Political Action. The incumbent will plan and implement budget processes, forecast expenditures, and analyze fiscal operations across departments.

The role requires strong experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft, Excel) and the ability to produce complex financial reports and presentations for leadership. Occasional travel may be required.