Budget Analyst

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Job description

We are currently searching for a Budget Analyst to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with MSC, and it is on-site in Rockville, MD.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain multiyear financial models. Work collaboratively to assure that Division financial models are congruent with Institute planning models.
• Adapt planning models to budget plans that align with scientific opportunities for the formulation and execution of future year budgets.
• Update commitment base systems based upon past and current funding allocations.
• Establish Initial Operating Plan for the year of execution.
• Provide guidance and assistance with the preparation of quarterly updates of the Operating Plan during the year of execution.
• Maintain, update and monitor planning and execution data system and track variances of actual to budget.
• Prepare realignment requests.
• Prepare actual vs projected expenditures on a continuing basis during the year-end process to assure efficient use of budgeted funds.
• Prepare Preliminary Plans as required each year.
• Receive guidance and then assist with of updates on Commitment Bases, Budgets, Plan Tables (Preliminary Plan components) as required.
• Assist in the preparation of actual financial results as required each year.
• Maintain and update division spend plans with the following:
  • Actual year end results
  • Realignments of funds
  • Projections of spending based on future budgetary assumptions
  • Detailed extramural spending plans for current and future years generated by the annual RIC cycles
  • Data from various multiyear financial models that provide data used in the Mission Plan
• Provide assistance and tracking on a spectrum of other budget related activities, including:
  • Grants planning, pay line establishment, leadership and Council approvals, and financial management
  • Planning for and managing under continuing resolutions
  • Managing expenditures during the End of Year process to assure efficient use of budgeted funds o Year-end close out activities and strategies
  • AIDS data collection and reporting activities and budget formulation.
  • COVID resource management and spending activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with complex, multi-component budgets.
• Experience preparing strategic planning models, for budget formulation and execution.
• Familiarity with end of year close-out procedures.
• Experience formulating future spending projections and planning and managing current budgets under continuing resolutions.
• Experience tracking budget data: grant planning, payline establishments, and other financial management necessities, etc.
• Must have experience using a data system to track variances for actual budget metrics.

Due to our contractual requirements and federal orders, including an Executive Order from the White House and an emergency regulation from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the position for which you are applying requires that you provide proof of your vaccination status. If you are unable to receive the COVID-19 vaccine for medical reasons or because of a sincerely held religious belief, you may request an exemption from the vaccination requirement which shall be reviewed after the submission of requested documentation. If an accommodation is granted, the conditions may include weekly testing and masking. All Guidehouse employees also agree to follow any additional health and safety mitigation policies that may be required in the workplace.

Company Description

We are a trusted government partner that blends deep domain expertise with advanced technologies to help our customers solve complex problems that improve, protect, and save lives. As a rapidly growing company, we combine entrepreneurial spirit, customer focus, and an outcomes-based approach to support agency missions in health IT, life sciences, public safety, and grants management.

The Dovel Family of Companies offers employees an opportunity to advance beyond a specific role or contract, we offer a path to develop an enriching career. We believe in empowering a culture of innovation, customer success, and employee growth.

What you'll get…

• Time Off! Flexible schedules and company paid holidays allow you to take the time you need.
• Investment in YOU! 401(K) company contributions are yours to keep with no waiting period.
• Choices! Unique healthcare plans to choose from with options like fertility and orthodontia benefits.
• Discovery! With our tuition assistance and training programs, we support your career advancement.
• Tax Savings! Enroll in pre-tax Health or Dependent Care Flexible Spending, HSA with company contributions, parking, and/or transit commuter benefits.
• Support! Working parents and busy professionals - we've got you covered with a supportive culture, confidential Employee Assistance Program and a membership to Care.com.
• Perks! Employee discounts, peer recognition programs, company-wide wellness challenges, and fun community events.
• A Voice! A unique culture where you can influence decisions and have your voice heard.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.