Senior Budget Analyst

Salary Range:  -

Closing Date:10/19/2026

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of10,000 House Members, Officers and staff. The CAO organization comprises morethan 800 technical and administrative staff working in a variety of areas,including information technology, finance, budget management, human resources,payroll, child care, food and vending, procurement, logistics and administrative counsel.

The CAO’s Office of Finance provides financial management services to Leadership, Members, Committees, Officers and offices ofthe U.S. House of Representatives. The Budget, Planning and Analysis directorate, within the Office of Finance is responsible for planning,formulating and implementing the budget and providing budget guidance to the House, while placing strong emphasis on analysis, customer service, and optimal resource management to aid Leadership decision making.

We are seeking an experienced Budget Analyst to joinour team that is dedicated to providing the support and deliverables associated with budget formulation and execution for the House of Representatives.

Applicant will be someone who can lead processes, takes initiative, enjoys finding solutions when presented with challenges, is self-motivated, fosters strong working relationships with key stakeholders, is very detail-oriented,and takes pride in their work. Individual must work well under pressure in aprofessional environment, while collaborating with others.

The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the management of the annual budget for the House, in compliance with all existing laws and policies. Major duties include but are not limited to planning,formulation and execution of the House budget; financial reporting and analysis; financial policy and accountability; customer service and outreach;and other duties as assigned.

The position does not have day-to-day supervisory/managerial responsibilities.

• Lead budget formulation activities, providing assistance to customers, support to management/stakeholders, and guidance to budget analysts.
• Lead budget execution activities, including the development of projections and spending plans, to identify funding surplus or shortage.
• Periodically provide reports and briefings to stakeholders, interpreting and translating complex financial analysis and clearly articulating assumptions and recommendations.
• Compile and/or assist with the compilation of standard detailed budget tables and narratives for inclusion in the annual House Budget Justification.
• Provide prompt and effective consultative solutions to complex financial inquiries from Congress, leadership, stakeholders and others, as appropriate.
• Plan,formulate, and justify fiscal year budget estimates for submission to the Subcommittee on Legislative Branch Appropriations and the Office of Management and Budget, for inclusion in the President's annual budget request.
• Analyze and provide authoritative guidance on the interpretation and application of relevant laws, rules, and regulations to determine the impact on financial practices and program operations, and to recommend and implement changes to policies and procedures as needed.
• Perform transactions in the financial system, ensuring accurate and timely financial data is recorded and reconciled, in accordance with established legislation,precedents, and fiscal policies of the House.
• Respond toaudit inquiries, implement audit recommendations, and ensure compliance withaudit findings in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with representatives of the CAO and the Department of Treasury on matters relating to appropriations and surplus warrants.
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