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Mclean, VA · Remote

$70K - $85K/yr

Budget Analyst - VA RPOW Contract * Position Title: Budget Analyst * Location: 100% Remote ... Required Qualifications * 2-4 years federal budget or financial management experience. * Experience ...

Must be suitable for Federal employment. * Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable ... Performing routine budget analysis functions in assigned areas including budget formulation, budget ...

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Washington, DC · On-site +1

$143K - $187K/yr

As a Budget analyst, the incumbent plans, organizes, and carries out a major, substantive budget ... Provide advice to top management on the Federal budget process. Provides authoritative ...

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How much do federal budget analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal budget analyst in the United States is $81,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal budget analyst?

A Federal Budget Analyst is responsible for planning, evaluating, and managing the budget of government agencies. They analyze financial data, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with federal regulations. Their role involves preparing budget reports, forecasting financial needs, and providing recommendations to optimize resource allocation. By working with different departments, they help maintain fiscal responsibility and support government programs effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a federal budget analyst?

To thrive as a Federal Budget Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial management, and a bachelor’s degree in fields like finance, economics, or public administration. Experience with financial software such as Oracle Hyperion, SAP, or federal financial management systems, and sometimes certifications like Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), are often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are key soft skills that set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure accurate budget analysis, clear reporting, and effective collaboration within government agencies to support informed fiscal decision-making.

What are some common challenges federal budget analysts face in their day-to-day work?

Federal Budget Analysts often navigate complex and frequently changing regulations, tight deadlines, and the need to balance multiple priorities from various stakeholders. They are responsible for producing accurate budget forecasts and justifications, sometimes with limited or evolving information, which requires adaptability and keen attention to detail. Collaboration with program managers, finance teams, and other analysts is a regular part of the job to ensure budget proposals align with organizational goals and compliance requirements. Addressing unexpected budget shortfalls or changes in federal funding priorities can also present unique analytical and strategic challenges.

What qualifications are needed to be a federal budget analyst?

Federal budget analysts typically need a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. Strong analytical skills, proficiency with financial software and data analysis tools, and knowledge of government budgeting processes are also important. Some positions may require relevant work experience or professional certifications such as the Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).
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Infographic showing various Federal Budget Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,698 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Federal Budget Analyst

Bodwe Professional Services, LLC

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.

Disclosure

This is a federal contracting opportunity that we, the Company, are bidding on and has not been awarded. The availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the contract.

Position Summary

The Budget Analyst serves asa financial managementadvisor supporting MEDCOM’s SRM, BASEOPS, MILCON, IO&T, and other related readiness programs. The role involves preparing, managing, and analyzing Program Objective Memorandums (POM), Budget Estimate Submissions (BES), and President’s Budget (PB) requirements, while providing fiscal year projections, metrics, and funding analyses aligned with DoD and Army directives. The analyst supports the Program Execution Group (PEG),assistsMDEP managers, and develops data-driven recommendations for unfunded requirements (UFRs), offsets, and financial efficiencies across installments. The position requires maintaining and validating MDEP data, developing and reviewing guidance for MTFs and facility enterprises, and ensuring compliance with DoD financial systems and reporting standards. The analyst also coordinates with MEDCOM, USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, and installation partners to manage funds, preparefinancial reports, standardize accounting processes, and analyze operational risks. Strong analytical, data validation, and reporting skills – along withproficiencyin Microsoft Office, GFEBS, FMIS, and other DoD systems – are essential to ensure financial accuracy, accountability, and mission readiness.

Accommodation Requests

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact careers@bodwegroup.com .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Thefollowinginexhaustive list ofdutiesrepresentsa sampleofworkroutinelyperformedbythis role:

  • Prepare, develop, and deliver support for operational, and acquisition related financial management processes governed by DON and DoD comptroller policy.
  • Maintain a directorate SharePoint page that provides user approved and efficiently accessible up to date information to all directorate staff that includes at a minimum a repository for reports, acquisition templates and travel forms.
  • Establish and maintain multiple master tracking tools for various subjects, to include the directorate:
  • Maintain and update tracking tools for internal and external electronic and non electronic taskers, routed packages, and correspondence management.
  • Submit monthly status reports on open documents to include commitments, unliquidated obligations and disbursements.
  • Identify accounting discrepancies and take appropriate corrective actions.
  • Utilize automated management information systems to perform fact finding, analytical, and advisory functions.
  • Contractor will provide comprehensive financial and budget execution support for all appropriation types.
  • Prepare, review, and analyze program execution documentation for government approval.
  • Prepare various funding documents (e.g., WX/WR, MIPR, PR, FADS, etc.) as provided by the Government, using approved financial management systems (e.g., ERP, ADVANA, and DTS).
Education, Experience, and Technical SkillsRequired Education, Experience, and Technical Skills
  • 10+ years’ previous experience in ARMY Budget Program, II PEG Program, & Program management.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and the use/management of relational databases relative to financial management and strategic planning at an enterprise level.
  • Requires advanced written and verbal presentation skills
  • Strong tasks management and organizational skills and attention to detail required.
  • Customer service oriented
  • The ability to work confidently in a results-oriented environment
  • The ability to present findings in a polished way
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

This position operates in a professional office setting. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and photocopiers. The work environment is generally quiet and free from exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery. Employees are typically seated for extended periods and may occasionally move about the office to attend meetings or access equipment and supplies.

This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.

Physical Demands

Sitting/Standing: This role is generally sedentary, performing sitting work utilizing technological office equipment, including a laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, scanners, and copiers.

Walking: This role requires the ability to move about inside the office to access the required technological equipment.

Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role may require stooping to reload printer trays with print paper, moving equipment, and managing cords.

Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptops, mice, keyboards, computer monitors, telephones, scanners, and copiers.

Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.

Seeing: T his role requires seeing, viewing, and distinguishing all aspects of internal and external communications.

Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 20lbs to transport technological office equipment to and from various workspaces.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bodwé Group Companies engage in federal contracting. Therefore, we would be thrilled to accept applications or referrals to hire veterans.

Native American Hiring Preference

Our parent company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. For purposes of this section, “qualified” means that the applicant meets the technical and experiential needs for employment; and “suitable” means that the candidate appears to be the best fit considering present circumstances and conditions. Targeted preference is in the following order:

  • First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; and
  • Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; and
  • Third, to other qualified Native Americans; and
  • Fourth, to all other qualified applicants

Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.

Home Office Connectivity Requirements for Hybrid & Remote Positions

To ensure reliable collaboration, client service, and secure access to company systems, the Company requires minimum connectivity standards to be eligible or remain eligible to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. Employees working remotely must maintain broadband internet service capable of consistently supporting video conferencing, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based applications. Hybrid or remote work eligibility may be reassessed if connectivity standards are not met. This includes:

  • Wired broadband service (cable, fiber, or DSL) with at least minimum 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload

Cellular hotspot or fixed wireless cellular services (e.g., T-Mobile Home Internet) may not be used as a primary connection. The Company will comply with all local, state, and federal requirements as it relates to the reimbursement of home internet expenses. Eligibility for reimbursement of home internet expenses is defined in a separate policy.

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Yes

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