Budget Formulation Consultant

Company provides financial services exclusively to the Federal Government, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Company’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Company means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at Company website.

Company is currently seeking a Budget Formulation Consultant to join our team. This position will be located in Washington, DC and assist the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) in developing documentation, tracking and evaluating budgetary effectiveness of mission critical programs and projects. Candidate will develop and prepare financial standard operating procedures, reports, conduct research and provide sound financial advice on complex transactions, and provide program guidance and management reviews. Candidate will also serve as an analyst to aid in tracking and evaluating the budgetary effectiveness of mission critical programs and projects. This position will also assist in introducing Zero Base Budgeting to a Federal Agency. Therefore, an understanding of budget, acquisition and program management principles and techniques for current and long term planning is required.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Zero Base Budgeting and Planning, Programming and Budgeting Execution (PPBE)
• Development or modification of metrics and tracking for programs and projects
• Knowledge of Program Management and a general knowledge of Acquisition Financial Management
• Monitor and track program and project budgetary progress and effectiveness
• Oral and written communication skills, including proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Share Point
• Development of presentations, reports, and white papers
• Data gathering, analytical and investigative techniques
• Familiarity with financial and budget tracking and reporting systems
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Required Experience:

• Candidate must possess an ACTIVE SECRET level Security Clearance and have the ability to obtain a higher level Security Clearance if required by contract
• Bachelor of Science or Arts Degree in Accounting or Management, or Masters of Business Administration (MBA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) plus at least 6 years of experience
• Basic knowledge of program management
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and reach-back to the team as required
• Knowledge of Planning, Programming and Budgeting Execution (PPBE)
• Content development, updating and editing skills for a Share Point site
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Scheduling meetings and sending notifications
• Record meeting notes and distribute
• Tracking and monitoring action items from CFO Reviews and Program Management Reviews
• Research policies, procedures and relevant material for meetings and reviews
• Oral and written communications skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Data gathering, organizing and management
• Assist with Internal Control activities as applicable

Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

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