Financial Services Budget Analyst- Formulation

Leidos•Bethesda, MD

About The Position

The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst assumes a pivotal role within the customer’s organization, specifically in the Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area (ASBA) at Leidos. This dynamic position is critical for bolstering the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE). The candidate will be responsible for developing, executing, and meticulously monitoring budgets tailored to meet both internal and external requirements, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the Intelligence Community’s financial landscape, including resource allocation, budget forecasting, and Congressional appropriations and allocations. The role actively contributes to the formulation, support, and execution of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) Budget, requiring a strategic mindset to align financial resources with the overarching goals and objectives of the NIP. This demands a keen ability to analyze and synthesize complex financial data to enable informed decision-making and resource allocation in alignment with IC and organizational priorities. Additionally, the analyst will engage in collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders, fostering effective communication and coordination. The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert, staying up-to-date on relevant legislative and financial appropriation and authorization changes impacting budgetary considerations for the IC. Ultimately, this role requires a dynamic individual who can navigate the financial intricacies of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the IC, contribute strategically to budget formulation objectives, and collaborate effectively to ensure the financial resilience and success of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process. The company invites seasoned IC financial professionals with a passion for contributing to strategic financial health and adeptness in IC budget formulation to join their team.

Requirements

Current and active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
Requires a BA degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters degree in a pertinent field, such as Finance, Accounting, or Economics; demonstrating a strong academic foundation relevant to the position with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience.
A minimum of 7-10 years working in government budgeting of which 3-5 years must be within the Intelligence Community.
Proven expertise of government budget formulation activities and adept familiarity with the intricacies of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE).

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance and produce reports related to budget and financial activities for the component.
Support budget program execution, ensuring alignment with available resources and programmatic goals.
Generate budget reports for customer offices, components, and NIP programs, including funding and activity summary profiles.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and responding to budget exercise submissions to align with organizational strategic goals.
Aid in developing fiscal guidance and implementation schedules for each budget phase, subject to customer review and acceptance.
Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recommend process enhancements.
Contribute to the development of budget analysis, financial data calls, and portfolio reviews.
Aid the customer in developing and evaluating fiscal program builds for both internal components and IC-wide Programs.
Draft narratives, vignettes, and input for the Congressional Budget Justification Book (CBJB) to Congress.
Support the development and production of the CBJB National Intelligence Program missions of interest, special topics, and related sections.
Generate talking points, briefings, products, reports, and congressional directed action responses pertaining to the NIP, delivering these to large interagency forums and working groups.
Assess the IC budget across cross-functional areas and disciplines.
Participate in the full cycle of intelligence planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation.
Collaborate with USG and IC partners through large interagency forums and working groups.
Collect and analyze various financial reports and data calls through strategic portfolio reviews.
Track congressional legislation and its impact on the NIP budget.
Develop standard operating procedures and deliver training to customers.
Develop and produce cost-benefit trade-offs and investment strategies for the NIP budget.