Budget Analysis, Associate

The MIL Corporation

9d•$128,000 - $136,680•Onsite

About The Position

The MIL Corporation is looking for a Budget Analysis, Associate to support a Federal Government client in Arlington, VA. This position currently requires an on-site schedule. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Requirements

7+ years of related work experience
Knowledge of and skill in the use of computer-based programs for use in tracking and analyzing financial information
Great attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Strong communication skills – ability to communicate clearly with leadership, non-budget leadership, IT experts, junior or less experienced staff to explain new processes, and laterally with colleagues to collaborate on solutions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Proactive in identifying issues and proposing solutions, problem solving
Knowledge and familiarity with Department of State applications, processes, and organization chart
Ability to connect disparate data sets and summarize data in a meaningful way for leadership/non budget users
Commitment to their work and portfolio – desire to improve and take ownership of work and challenges
Knowledge of Federal, Departmental and Bureau budgetary principles, concepts, regulations, practices and procedures to perform various assignments
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance and be able to upgrade to a Top Secret (TS) clearance as required.

Nice To Haves

Federal budget execution experience
Experience with Momentum

Responsibilities

Research prior year submissions, contracts, mission critical expenditures, etc. and conduct variance analysis comparing current financial data
Initiate data calls and facilitate meetings with respective Program Offices to confirm findings and establish new fiscal year requirements
Develop metrics to present for leadership for review and begin drafting narratives and/or justifications
Review submission guidance and attend office hours to ensure proper
Coordinate spending review meetings to prepare financial/spending plans within each program office
Assist in maintaining execution plans by reviewing, approving, and allocating funding for planned activities
Run monthly GBI reports to reconcile planned vs expended
Provide recommendations for realignment strategies, and justifications as needed
Continuously work with software developers to improve financial planning and execution system

Benefits

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being.
We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance.
Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.
Learn more on the MIL Careers page.
2021 - 2024, Top Workplaces USA award (Energage)
2017 - 2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
2018 - 2025 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work®
2021 - 2025, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™
2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™
2018 Fortune, Great Place to Work: Best Place to Work for Diversity
2017, 2020 - 2025 Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine)
2025 Corporate Partnership Award, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter
2025 Moxie Award, GovCon Category
2024 Patriot Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you.
Become a part of something greater, where you, the people, make the difference.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.