Budget Analyst

Job summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as Budget Analyst to ensure fiscal authorities are met throughout program execution for all assigned funding types; to administer fiscal control through an array of management information systems; and to serve as a highly skilled financial analyst to fulfill objectives and maintain favorable employee and customer relations

Major duties

Performs budget formulation work involving preparation of detailed analyses of annual and/or multi-year budget estimates for the Chief, Programming and Resources Division. Performs budget execution involving the monitoring of obligations incurred and actual expenditures for Security Cooperation and all funding within SAF/IA's accountability. Responsible for implementing and allocating Security Cooperation and all assigned funds. Plans, develop, implements, and maintains appropriate FM data systems and interfaces with Defense Security Cooperation Agency. Serves as fiscal resources advisor to the SAF/IA Principal, IAP Director, and IAPR Division Chief; makes independent on-the-spot decisions pertaining to the manpower fiscal impacts to Security Cooperation and all SAF/IA fund types.

Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Support. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Examples of specialized experience includes mastery knowledge of theory, concepts, principles, practices, laws, regulations, and policies of accounting and budgeting for a substantive national program or agency business area and expenditure of Federal Funds. Expert knowledge and understanding of agency, DoD, OMB, and Congressional budget formulation processes and the ability to develop budgetary policy and assist other analysts in the formulation of budget estimates. Expert knowledge and understanding of budgetary methods, practices, procedures, regulations, precedents, policies, and other DoD directives and HAF guidance; sources, types, and methods of funding for Security Cooperation programs; and budgetary and financial relationships between assigned budget(s) and budgets and programs of other agency components and Organizations. Extensive knowledge of agency, DOD, and foreign government or organizations financial management practices, and their impact to USG programs, objectives, and goals; ability to assist with the development of policy and provide an authoritative source of advice and assistance for other analysts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of commonly used accounting system(s), budgetary methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes to formulate, justify, and execute assigned budget in support of the mission, structure, goals, work processes, and programs of assigned organization(s). 2. Knowledge of policies, processes, procedures, funding documents, and regulations governing Security Cooperation, O&M, RDT&E, and BPC financial management processes. 3. Knowledge of goals, resources, objectives, organizations, functions, and sources pertinent to the program(s) and the organizations studied or served, and related customers, inactions, resources, and users. Knowledge of Security Cooperation and DAF automated data processing systems capabilities usage to effectively complete assignments; e.g. producing FMS Case budget obligation authority documents required for accounting system(s) loading. 4. Skill in the application of analytical methods and various cost estimating techniques to analyze and evaluate the effects of changes in program plans and funding and conduct cost studies/analyses. 5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare budget estimates, develop alternatives, and make recommendations to resolve budget/funding problems. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on budgetary processes/actions. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.