Program/Budget Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Program/Budget Analyst to provide senior-level program and budget support to the Program Executive Office, Aviation (PEO AVN) for its Plans, Programs, Resources, and Procurement office. The Program/Budget Analyst will be responsible for supporting financial and budget activities, performing funds execution, and participating in financial planning and programming for Army appropriations. This role includes audit support and compliance responsibilities, with a focus on working with various financial and program management systems to ensure operational efficiency and alignment with DoD standards.

JOB DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Financial Management and Funds Distribution : Review, analyze, and interpret various GFEBS financial documents and reports, ensuring alignment with financial metrics.
• Budget Planning and Execution : Develop and prepare spend plans, conduct program reconciliation, and support reprogramming processes for Army appropriations.
• Audit and Compliance : Provide Joint Reconciliation Program (JRP) and Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR) support, including researching and reviewing audit samples, preparing JRP packages, and working on audit tasks related to Open Commitments, Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs), and Accounts Payable/Receivable.
• Program Elements and POM Data : Collect and analyze Program Objective Memorandum (POM) data, and support the development and defense of POM requirements for Army appropriations.
• Documentation and Reporting : Consolidate inputs for SmartCharts (Program Reviews) and create narrative or chart-based presentations for high-level meetings with senior Army officials and other stakeholders.
• Compliance with Army Business Processes : Maintain knowledge of Army business processes and work with appropriations such as Operations and Maintenance, Army (OMA), Aircraft Procurement Army (APA), and Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E).
• Team Collaboration : Engage with a team of analysts, program managers, and external stakeholders to meet project goals and deliverables.
• Travel Authorization Management : Review travel orders and authorizations within the Defense Travel System (DTS) as part of budget execution.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Experience :
  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in program analysis, financial management, or a related field, OR Master's degree with 8+ years of experience.
  • Audit Experience : Proven experience supporting audits, particularly with FIAR and JRP audit activities.
  • Clearance : Active Secret Security Clearance required.
  • Citizenship : Must be a U.S. Citizen.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Financial Analysis : Extensive experience with GFEBS and other financial management systems for government programs.
• Leadership in Compliance : Demonstrated ability to lead compliance initiatives, manage program elements, and collaborate with senior leaders on financial and audit readiness.
• Data and System Integration : Experience in leveraging data systems to automate processes and streamline reporting, particularly in a DoD setting.

BENEFITS

• Health, Supplemental Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401K Matching
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Hybrid Telework Opportunities

JS Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The management team is dedicated to this policy regarding recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities, and general treatment during employment.