Budget Analyst

One Federal Solution is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) with budget planning, analysis, and financial management activities. Under general direction, the Budget Analyst will perform a broad range of professional-level budget development and analytical duties related to the preparation, administration, maintenance, review, and control of division office budgets.

• Gather, assemble, and format data and prepare preliminary analyses for budget preparation activities.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of preliminary and final budget documents and prepare budget presentation materials.
• Maintain data systems for budget tracking and reporting and generate financial reports.
• Assist Division/Office personnel with issues related to funds availability, fund transfers, and budget compliance.
• Develop financial forecasts and prepare baseline budgets and revisions as needed.
• Analyze, evaluate, and process budget proposals to support organizational funding requirements.
• Make recommendations on budget matters to senior staff and assist with implementation and monitoring of budgetary changes.
• Conduct studies of new and existing programs and special projects to determine feasibility and resolve organizational, budgetary, and fiscal issues through research and analysis.
• Prepare narrative, graphical, and statistical reports and provide alternative solutions for resolving financial and operational issues.
• Utilize computer software to develop and maintain databases and spreadsheets and prepare correspondence and written materials.
• Compile and analyze data related to agency financial transactions, operations, revenues, and expenditures.
• Analyze financial information concerning personnel costs, capital projects, supplies and equipment, professional services, and other expenses.
• Participate in surveys, studies, and meetings concerning agency financial requirements and budget planning initiatives.
• Provide assistance to agency managers and supervisors in preparing budget estimates and funding proposals.
• Conduct research and analysis on factors affecting budget requirements and organizational financial planning.
• Develop agency budget work programs to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Compare financial reports using data mining processes and analytical tools.
• Analyze data to develop solutions to real-world business and financial problems.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust background investigation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Government budget preparation and accounting.
• Experience in administrative, professional, technical, or other responsible work that utilizes knowledge of management principles and practices.
• Experience analyzing problems, drawing logical conclusions, and communicating effectively with others.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and planning abilities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, and Power-Point.
• Ability to compile, review, categorize, prioritize, analyze and interpret data and/or information.
• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision.

Compensation for this position is expected to fall within the range of $21.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the position requirements.