Budget Analyst

ASM Research

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About The Position

The Budget Analyst will provide financial and procurement support to the Office
of Information Management (OIM) in the formulation, execution, and oversight of
the IT budget. This role ensures that IT hardware and software resources are
planned, acquired, and managed in compliance with Federal regulations,
Department of Energy (DOE) requirements, and Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) policies. The analyst will play a critical role in maintaining accurate
financial records, supporting procurement activities, and ensuring cybersecurity
and supply chain risk management processes are followed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in Federal budget formulation and execution, preferably within IT or technology programs.
• Knowledge of DOE financial systems, OMB policies, and Federal acquisition regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cybersecurity and supply chain risk management processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual IT Hardware and Software Operating Plan, including recurring and one-time costs.
• Provide cost analyses and financial projections to support IT planning and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate records of IT expenditures and reconcile expenses against approved budgets.
• Track obligations, expenditures, and variances to ensure compliance with approved financial plans.
• Ensure IT acquisitions and management activities align with Federal regulations, DOE directives, and OMB guidance.
• Support internal reviews and audits by preparing documentation and financial reports.
• Facilitate the review and approval process for newly requested software and hardware to ensure compliance with mandated cybersecurity and supply chain risk management requirements prior to procurement and installation.
• Gather vendor quotes, conduct cost evaluations, and liaise with vendors to support IT procurement activities.
• Prepare purchase orders, submit invoice requests into the DOE DAYS system, and track procurement actions.
• Support OIM in managing a high procurement volume (300–400 procurements annually).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level