Budget and Financial Management Specialist

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Job Summary We are currently seeking a Budget and Financial Management Specialist. This position is a full-time opportunity located in the greater Washington, DC area.

Battelle's Infrastructure Safety and Security (ISS) business is pursuing a high-profile support program for a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. The scope of this program includes a full spectrum of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) support. As we prepare for this opportunity, we are actively recruiting highly qualified candidates for anticipated roles.

The Budget and Financial Management Specialist provides acquisition-focused financial management support to DHS, assisting with Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) to ensure funds are used effectively and in compliance with federal laws, regulations, and DHS policies.

Responsibilities As a Budget and Financial Management Specialist, the selected individual will provide financial and acquisition support to DHS programs across a range of technical and administrative functions. Responsibilities may include:

Providing acquisition-focused financial management support to ensure DHS program cost, schedule, and performance goals are achieved and acquisition requirements are met Supporting Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities to ensure funds are used effectively and in compliance with federal laws, regulations, and DHS policies

Acting as a liaison between DHS components, U.S. government entities, and private organizations on financial and acquisition matters

Providing limited procurement support, including market research and inputs for justifications, determinations, and findings

Assisting with contract closeout activities

Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in budget and financial management DHS T&E Level 1, DAWIA T&E Foundational Level 1, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional) certification

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with diverse stakeholders

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting DHS programs

Active DHS Suitability Experience providing assistance with program planning and oversight, exercise development and execution, and program evaluation

Experience with system-level analysis, system integration support, and understanding of threats and vulnerabilities

Experience with technical assessment and evaluation to support government technical experts in applying acquisition efforts and RDT&E toward accomplishing the DHS mission

Compensation Data Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $145,000 – $165,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

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