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Location: Remote
Description:
Seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to join our team. The Senior Portfolio Budget Analyst is responsible for managing the annual operating budget of software development and sustainment Portfolio at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This includes performing multi-year planning (MYP), developing an annual Budget Operating Plan (BOP), and creating acquisition packages for software products and service procurements.
Job Responsibilities:
Support VA customers by developing and executing an annual Budget Operating Plan (BOP) for their Product Line, to
include multi-year planning estimates and an acquisition strategy for procuring IT products and services within the
obligated funding amounts
Coordinate the MYP activities including preparation of sub-project justification forms and budget narratives
Provide day-to-day tracking of execution year funding
Monitor development and sustainment funding and track executions status throughout the fiscal year (FY)
Prepare unfunded requirements (UFR) documentation including acquisition plans and timelines, funds required, and
impacts if not funded; lead all efforts to secure funding for UFRs or develop alternative
Develop and update budget execution artifacts
Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) reports if applicable
Serve as the change control coordinator by supporting collaboration among the various product lines with regards to
change request tracking; prepare inputs to Change Requests (CR) including justifications and coordinate review and
approval
Provide acquisition support services throughout all phases of the contracting life cycle, including preparation of
procurement documents package and advisory support in preparation of artifacts such as Statement of Objectives,
Performance Work Statements, and cost estimates.
Execute market research activities necessary to collect and analyze information about capabilities within the market to
satisfy Product Line procurement needs and advise VA customers on findings
Prepare, submit, and validate budget status reports and monthly "actuals" for inclusion in the monthly OMB IT Dashboard
submission
Develop responses to budget and acquisition related data calls reporting requirements, and status reports such as status
report of acquisitions and progress towards contract awards, status of funding obligations.
Prepare and review, in coordination with the VA customer, the projects budget and financial reports and budget execution
schedules, including Mid- and end-of-year reviews and projected spend plans
Facilitate Weekly Acquisition/Budget meetings in areas including status of acquisitions and budget for all four quarters of
the Fiscal Year, Unfunded Requirements (UFR), and emerging issues or blockers to budget and acquisition task
Proactively strategize and promote efficiencies across Projects and Product Line
Provide input to create standardized tools, templates, budget, and acquisition trackers to facilitate budget data responses
to facilitate coverage other projects and PLs
Facilitate executive-level virtual meetings; prepare meeting agenda, capture meeting minutes, and track outcomes and
action items
Work proactively and independently to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given,
prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Effectively create and maintain database tables, queries, and procedures, as required
Plan, monitor, and control relevant tasks outlined in the contract and statement of work
Maintain knowledge of Federal budget rules and regulations
Function as part of an integrated team sharing products, best practices, and information across the portfolio.
Required Skills:
Ability to occasionally travel required for planning meetings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with brevity and clarity
Federal employment or consulting experience
Financial-related experience
Familiarity with the Federal budget regulations and annual development cycle
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management Information Systems, or another applicable field.
5 years of professional experience with degree; 13 years of experience without a degree.
Desired Skills:
Experience working as a contractor or an employee for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Experience with Rational Tools, Jira, GitHub, or other applicable agile testing tools
Experience working in a consulting environment and understanding of client/customer relations
Ability to work under pressure, coordinate multiple assignments at once, and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive
attitude and providing exemplary customer service
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to grasp complex technologies easily, learn new information quickly, and adapt to changing job requirements
#CJ
#dice
About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology, and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Location: Remote
Description:
Seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to join our team. The Senior Portfolio Budget Analyst is responsible for managing the annual operating budget of software development and sustainment Portfolio at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This includes performing multi-year planning (MYP), developing an annual Budget Operating Plan (BOP), and creating acquisition packages for software products and service procurements.
Job Responsibilities:
Support VA customers by developing and executing an annual Budget Operating Plan (BOP) for their Product Line, to
include multi-year planning estimates and an acquisition strategy for procuring IT products and services within the
obligated funding amounts
Coordinate the MYP activities including preparation of sub-project justification forms and budget narratives
Provide day-to-day tracking of execution year funding
Monitor development and sustainment funding and track executions status throughout the fiscal year (FY)
Prepare unfunded requirements (UFR) documentation including acquisition plans and timelines, funds required, and
impacts if not funded; lead all efforts to secure funding for UFRs or develop alternative
Develop and update budget execution artifacts
Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) reports if applicable
Serve as the change control coordinator by supporting collaboration among the various product lines with regards to
change request tracking; prepare inputs to Change Requests (CR) including justifications and coordinate review and
approval
Provide acquisition support services throughout all phases of the contracting life cycle, including preparation of
procurement documents package and advisory support in preparation of artifacts such as Statement of Objectives,
Performance Work Statements, and cost estimates.
Execute market research activities necessary to collect and analyze information about capabilities within the market to
satisfy Product Line procurement needs and advise VA customers on findings
Prepare, submit, and validate budget status reports and monthly "actuals" for inclusion in the monthly OMB IT Dashboard
submission
Develop responses to budget and acquisition related data calls reporting requirements, and status reports such as status
report of acquisitions and progress towards contract awards, status of funding obligations.
Prepare and review, in coordination with the VA customer, the projects budget and financial reports and budget execution
schedules, including Mid- and end-of-year reviews and projected spend plans
Facilitate Weekly Acquisition/Budget meetings in areas including status of acquisitions and budget for all four quarters of
the Fiscal Year, Unfunded Requirements (UFR), and emerging issues or blockers to budget and acquisition task
Proactively strategize and promote efficiencies across Projects and Product Line
Provide input to create standardized tools, templates, budget, and acquisition trackers to facilitate budget data responses
to facilitate coverage other projects and PLs
Facilitate executive-level virtual meetings; prepare meeting agenda, capture meeting minutes, and track outcomes and
action items
Work proactively and independently to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given,
prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Effectively create and maintain database tables, queries, and procedures, as required
Plan, monitor, and control relevant tasks outlined in the contract and statement of work
Maintain knowledge of Federal budget rules and regulations
Function as part of an integrated team sharing products, best practices, and information across the portfolio.
Required Skills:
Ability to occasionally travel required for planning meetings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with brevity and clarity
Federal employment or consulting experience
Financial-related experience
Familiarity with the Federal budget regulations and annual development cycle
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management Information Systems, or another applicable field.
5 years of professional experience with degree; 13 years of experience without a degree.
Desired Skills:
Experience working as a contractor or an employee for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Experience with Rational Tools, Jira, GitHub, or other applicable agile testing tools
Experience working in a consulting environment and understanding of client/customer relations
Ability to work under pressure, coordinate multiple assignments at once, and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive
attitude and providing exemplary customer service
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to grasp complex technologies easily, learn new information quickly, and adapt to changing job requirements
#CJ
#dice
About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology, and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
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