Budget Analyst IV

A Budget Analyst IIIprovides senior-level budget analysis and financial management support to an Army client operating in a fast-paced headquarters-level environment. Manages complex funding portfolios supports budget execution and planning activities across the full Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) cycle and delivers timely financial insight to inform senior leadership decisions. Engages directly with Requirement Owners the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) the Acquisition team other budget analysts and senior-level stakeholders to align funding strategies resolve execution issues and ensure compliance with federal appropriations law and DoD financial policy.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who anticipates issues before they arise takes initiative without waiting to be directed and brings a genuine team-first mindset to every engagement. This role demands both technical precision and the interpersonal agility required to operate effectively across a broad senior stakeholder network.

This position is onsite in Arlington VA.

Chickasaw Nation Industries Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology Infrastructure & Engineering Health Manufacturing Public Safety Consulting and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises.A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental Vision) Company Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(K) Immediate Vesting Professional Development Assistance Legal Aid Assistance Program Family Planning / Fertility Assistance Personal Time Off and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Active Secret security clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.

• Strong working knowledge of federal budgeting appropriations law and DoD/Army financial regulations.

• Demonstrated experience managing spend plans tracking obligations and disbursements and producing execution performance reports.

• Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of the DoD Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process and Army budget cycles including program build budget justification and execution review at the HQDA level.

• Experience supporting DoD/Army financial statement audit readiness audit response or audit remediation efforts (e.g. coordination with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)) strongly preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including financial modeling pivot tables and data analysis tools.

• Familiarity with Power BI and Power Apps tools for data analysis reporting and workflow automation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare and deliver briefings to senior leadership and senior-level stakeholders up to and including GS-15 civilians SES leaders and flag officers.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-tempo environment.

• Demonstrated team-player mentality collaborative reliable and committed to shared mission success over individual recognition.

• Proactive approach to work identifies problems early raises issues promptly and drives solutions without waiting to be directed.

• Ability to report onsite.

KEYDUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES

EssentialDuties and responsibilities include the duties may be assigned.

• Lead the preparation of detailed budget submissions funding justifications and supporting materials for internal Army and DoD reviews.

• Develop and manage complex spend plans; track obligations and disbursements; provide variance analysis and execution performance reporting to leadership.

• Conduct shortfall and unfinanced requirements (UFR) analysis to identify funding gaps and inform resourcing decisions.

• Support and participate in the full PPBE cycle including program build budget justification execution review and year-end close activities.

• Support Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and Future Years Defense Program (FYDP) submissions including data calls justification materials and defense of budget and resource requirements at Program Evaluation Group (PEG)-level forums.

• Engage Requirement Owners to validate funding needs confirm requirements alignment and ensure accurate and complete budget documentation.

• Coordinate with the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) to support contract funding actions track expenditures and ensure alignment between financial plans and contract execution.

• Coordinate with the Acquisition team to support procurement planning funding certification and execution of contracting actions in accordance with appropriations guidance.

• Collaborate with fellow budget analysts to synchronize execution strategies resolve funding discrepancies and maintain consistency across the portfolio.

• Engage senior-level stakeholders to communicate financial status present analysis and provide recommendations that support informed decision-making.

• Conduct comprehensive financial and programmatic analyses applying descriptive diagnostic predictive and prescriptive analytics techniques to assess alignment with strategic goals and performance benchmarks.

• Develop cost models rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates and business case analyses to support planning and investment decisions.

• Review coordinate and validate financial instruments such as support agreements (e.g. 7600A/B) ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Prepare executive-level briefings dashboards and data visualizations that communicate financial performance risk and trends clearly.

• Support forecasting scenario modeling and risk assessments tied to budget planning and execution cycles.

• Contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) process improvement efforts and responses to data calls or external reviews.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts in federal financial management best practices.

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business Administration or a related field required; Masters degree preferred.

• 810 years of experience in federal financial management budgeting and execution.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process and federal budget cycles required.

• Prior experience supporting the U.S. Army or other DoD components required.

• Experience operating in or supporting an HQDA-level or Service Headquarters environment (e.g. ASA(FM&C) Army Staff OSD) strongly preferred.

• Experience with the General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) or a comparable DoD financial system highly recommended.

• Experience supporting a Program Evaluation Group (PEG) or similar HQDA programming/resourcing forum a plus.

• Familiarity with reimbursable funding mechanisms interagency agreements and working capital fund environments preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is primarily performed in an office/warehouse setting. Regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel. Regularly required to reach with hands and arms occasionally above head. Regularly required to twist at the waistclimband descend stairs while carrying objects. Ability to speak and hear. Frequently required to stand walk stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Regularly lifts and/or moves up to twenty-five poundsand occasionally lifts and/or moves up to fifty pounds. Works near moving mechanical parts. Regularly exposed to general office and general office machinery noise. May be exposed to warehousetruckor forklift noise.

EOE includingDisability/Vet

The estimated pay range for this role is $107400 to $150000 with the final offer contingent on location skillset and experience.

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

• Legal-Aid Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) (11) Federal Holidays

• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

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