Budget Analyst

Markon • Chantilly, VA

4d • $120,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking a Budget Analyst to support budget execution, financial analysis, and resource planning within a Sponsor organization. The analyst will provide budgetary expertise, monitor financial activity, and support management decision-making through accurate analysis and reporting.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (business, finance, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, budget execution, contract management, or program/project management.
• Strong understanding of budget execution and fiscal controls.
• Knowledge of business resource planning and federal budgeting practices.
• Experience using automated financial systems and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain budget topics to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare vouchers for certification, verifying funding accuracy against approved spend plans.
• Perform budget execution support, including monitoring spending rates, obligations, commitments, and expenditures.
• Provide budgetary guidance and analysis to customers, identifying deviations from planned spending and recommending corrective actions.
• Monitor OGA funding transfers and financial activity within the assigned area.
• Interpret and apply finance policies, Sponsor authorities, and office procedures to resolve moderately complex budgetary issues.
• Serve as the first level of review for policy interpretation questions involving customers.
• Originate and maintain budgetary data in Sponsor financial systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Assist management in developing budget policies, procedures, and resource plans.
• Support budget formulation activities, including resource displays and submission preparation.
• Prepare and maintain budget execution reports and analysis for senior leadership.
• Support implementation of operating guidance, including Congressional marks and management decisions.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Training and Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

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