Operating Budget Technician

OCFO•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Operating Budget Division of the Office of Budget and Planning (OBP), within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). The incumbent provides technical support related to budget analysis and administration to budget analysts, departmental program managers, accountants, and other financial personnel. The position is permanent, has a DS-07/08 grade, and a promotion potential of DS-08. The work is performed in an office environment; the tour of duty is to be determined.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or two years of general work experience performing duties related to administrative, clerical, and/or financial support.
Applicants qualifying based on education must submit an official transcript verifying a bachelor's degree. Foreign transcripts must include an evaluation from an organization with current NACES or AICE membership.
Specialized experience must provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position's duties and be equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Responsibilities

Assist in compiling and analyzing supplemental data from various sources.
Analyze and compare supplemental budgetary data with previous budget submissions and existing reports to ensure accuracy and resolve issues.
Research, compile, verify, and summarize data.
Assist with preparing forecasts of quarterly budgets versus expenditures and explain projected variances.
Prepare and review outgoing correspondence and other documents prepared by division staff.
Process financial documents to ensure accurate and timely certification and transaction processing.
Assist managers in initiating and expediting budget-related requests.
Select and enter budgetary information on related forms, schedules, and reports.
Collect, compile, and consolidate data to support budget requests.
Perform other related duties as assigned.