Sr. Budget Analyst

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QinetiQ US seeking a Senior Budget Analyst (Formulation) to work onsite (2 days) at the Mark Center. This position supports a program within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD (P)).

Serving as a subject matter expert (SME) in all aspects of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budget, AND Execution (PPBE) cycle, with significant experience and expertise in budget formulation.
• Serving as the lead reviewer and quality assurance POC for all budget and finance submissions to the Director.
• Being adept at learning and understanding the programmatic aspects of an agency and knowing which program element line is associated with what program and associated technical projects.
• Assisting in developing Program Objectives Memorandum and Budget Estimate Submission for client, to include developing change/budget proposals, corresponding issue nominations and detailed budget justification material (R-Forms, P-Forms, etc.).
• Preparing analysis and evaluation of effectiveness of programs and operations and analyze financial and budgetary trends.
• Preparing documents and briefings for review and use by DoD senior leadership.
• Reviewing statements of work and required funding documentation for approved projects.
• Monitoring and supporting DoD program execution, including submission of required documentation for release of funding; follow up on distribution of funding, monitoring of obligation and disbursement rates for funded projects, and documentation of annual expenditures.
• Assisting in preparation of required documentation to support the DoD PPE process, to include but not limited to Research and Development Descriptive Summary (R1-R4), Program and Budget Issue Papers, and Support documentation for Program Decision Memorandum.
• Preparing and participating in mid-year reviews and other PPBE meetings as required.
• Assisting client in identifying baseline financial processes and designing target financial and business processes and processes that when implemented can result in significant improvements in mission and cost effectiveness.
• Processing financial and budgetary actions in the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) system and other associated databases as required for the OUSD(R&EP).
• Assisting in preparing audit readiness preparing associated documentation.
• Executing and following-up on all budgetary data calls.

• Four year degree from an accredited college or university
• Ten (10) years of experience
• DoD budget and finance experience
• DoD acquisition and PPBE processes at a service component Headquarters level
• Knowledge of funding execution process
• DoD organization structure
• Top Secret clearance; #qinetiqclearedjob
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.