Strategic Budget Analyst for Research & Grants

GAP SOLUTIONS INC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Solutions Inc. in Bethesda, MD seeks a Budget Analyst to provide budget analysis and financial management support to the VRC Financial group under NIAID.

The role covers cost tracking, formulation, execution, and monitoring, with Excel automation, inter-agency agreements, and collaboration with IT. The position requires a Bachelor\'s degree and 2–5 years of experience, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in budget formulation is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Macros, formulas, PivotTables).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine cost tracking, budget analysis, and monitoring for commitments and expenditures.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create, update, and track Inter-Agency Agreements.
• Analyze spend patterns and projections using Excel tools.
• Collaborate with IT to support cost and funds tracking systems.
• Assist with year-end close and budget allocation tasks.
• Handle complex financial inquiries and internal requests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

GAP Solutions Inc. in Bethesda, MD seeks a Budget Analyst to provide budget analysis and financial management support to the VRC Financial group under NIAID.

The role covers cost tracking, formulation, execution, and monitoring, with Excel automation, inter-agency agreements, and collaboration with IT. The position requires a Bachelor\'s degree and 2–5 years of experience, with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and reporting accuracy.