Budget Execution Analyst — Washington, DC at BizFirst

About the Team

BizFirst is a boutique consulting firm dedicated to supporting the federal government with strategic execution, financial process enablement, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementation. We employ consultants and professionals with unique skill sets to drive success in complex environments.

This role is part of the Guardian Support Management Office (GSMO) — Pay, Orders, & Travel Cell within the U.S. Space Force (USSF). The GSMO team is responsible for the timely and accurate execution of funds to support critical pay, travel, and budget functions.

About the Role

As a Budget Execution Analyst, you will serve as the Subject Matter Expert for budget execution within the GSMO. Your primary mission is to support the financial management of GSMO operations, ensuring funds are executed accurately and on time. You will act as a bridge between financial policy and operational reality, monitoring budget execution against plans, identifying variances, and recommending corrective actions to leadership.

In this hybrid role, you will work mostly remotely with occasional on-site presence in the National Capital Region (NCR). You will be responsible for preparing and maintaining budget execution documentation, including Annual Budget Execution Reports, and reconciling financial data in coordination with relevant financial offices. Success in this position requires a deep understanding of DoD Financial Management Regulations and the ability to navigate complex financial systems like DEAMS.

Hiring Process

Candidates must possess a Secret clearance or higher to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and DoD facilities. The selection process involves verifying your ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and meeting all background investigation requirements.

Equal Opportunity

BizFirst and our client, the U.S. Space Force, are committed to building a diverse workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

National Gallery of Art, Madison Drive Northwest, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20554, United States

Washington, District of Columbia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSupport budget execution, funds distribution, and obligation/commitment tracking for GSMO operations
check_circlePrepare and maintain budget execution documentation, including Annual Budget Execution Reports and financial analyses
check_circleReconcile financial data and resolve discrepancies in coordination with relevant financial offices
check_circleApply DoD FMR, DAFI 65-series, and other applicable financial management policies and procedures
check_circleMaintain internal controls and ensure compliance with financial management regulations during inspections and audits
check_circleMonitor budget execution against plan, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to leadership

Requirements

verifiedSecret clearance or higher
verifiedMinimum of five (5) years of related experience
verifiedBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline
verifiedAbility to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)
verifiedWorking knowledge of DoD FMR, JTR, and DAFI 65-series regulations
verifiedExperience with DEAMS
verifiedProficiency with MS Excel

Nice to Have

Direct U.S. Air Force (USAF) budget execution or comptroller experience. Experience with U.S. Space Force (USSF) or USAF appropriations and funds management. Familiarity with the Air Force Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) program.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleFamily Health Care with 54% cost covered for the entire familycheck_circleFamily Dental with 54% cost covered for the entire familycheck_circleFamily Vision with 54% cost covered for the entire familycheck_circleFlexible Spending AccountOverutilization bonuses for Time and Materials contracts

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Budget Execution, Financial Management, Do D FMR, Dafi 65-Series, Joint Travel Regulations, Deams, MS Excel, Air Force Financial Improvement And Audit Remediation.

Education: Bachelor's degree in a field related to the tasking (e.g., finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline)..

Frequently asked questions about Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC

What does a Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC do?expand_more

A Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC is responsible for the following: Support budget execution, funds distribution, and obligation/commitment tracking for GSMO operations; Prepare and maintain budget execution documentation, including Annual Budget Execution Reports and financial analyses; Reconcile financial data and resolve discrepancies in coordination with relevant financial offices; and Apply DoD FMR, DAFI 65-series, and other applicable financial management policies and procedures.

What are the requirements for this Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert role?expand_more

BizFirst LLC is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Secret clearance or higher; Minimum of five (5) years of related experience; Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline; Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC); Working knowledge of DoD FMR, JTR, and DAFI 65-series regulations; and Experience with DEAMS.

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Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC is based in National Gallery of Art, Madison Drive Northwest, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20554, United States. This is a hybrid role.

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BizFirst LLC has listed this Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert role as hybrid.

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Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC include Budget Execution; Financial Management; Do D FMR; Dafi 65-Series; Joint Travel Regulations; Deams; MS Excel; and Air Force Financial Improvement And Audit Remediation.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in a field related to the tasking (e.g., finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline)..

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Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert at BizFirst LLC is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

Budget Execution Analyst - Subject Matter Expert