Budget Analyst

Summary

This position is located in the Budget Concepts Branch in the Budget Review Division of OMB. BCB, working within the framework of laws passed by Congress and longstanding budget conventions, provides the detailed structure in which the Federal budget process operates. BCB closely monitors changes in Federal budget laws and continually analyzes budget practices and data to ensure compliance with laws and policies. Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied.

Duties

As a Budget Analyst, GS-0560-13/14/15, your typical work assignments may include the following: Provides technical advice and guidance on budgetary accounting and other budget execution related matters to other analysts at OMB and other Federal agencies. Serves as a subject matter expert in technical consultations, responding to inquiries from senior leaders and resolving complex issues related to the intersection of budget structures, execution, and concepts. Serves as a contact within OMB and for staff at other Federal agencies for issues related to budget concepts and budgetary accounting. Advises senior leadership on inter-agency challenges, opportunities, and best practices, presenting integrated solutions to address complex and unique budgetary accounting and execution scenarios. Works with management officials, budget analysts, accountants, financial analysts, information resources management staff, and others in performance of duties. Integrates budget and financial reporting to ensure financial reporting is consistent with budget concepts and supports budget data. Identifies and resolves discrepancies or gaps in financial data and reporting, providing recommendations for process improvements and ensuring data integrity. Develops, disseminates, and communicates standardized operating procedures and technical reference materials to support consistent interpretation and application of complex Government wide budgeting and execution requirements. Coordinates and performs comprehensive reviews to ensure Federal obligations and expenditures are reported in accordance OMB Circular A-11 and the Department of the Treasury, Treasury Financial Manual (TFM), including established guidelines in the Government-wide Treasury Adjusted Trial Balance System (GTAS). Supports the technical accuracy of the data underlying the annual President's Budget Appendix. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with stakeholders at OMB, the Department of the Treasury, and across the Federal Government supporting shared goals in budget execution and reporting. Supports and guides the budget execution components of inter-agency agreements, ensuring clarity and compliance with budget execution rules and concepts. Analyzes the form and content of apportionment requests and reports relating to budgetary status. Delivers training sessions, workshops, and targeted briefings to enhance the technical proficiency of program managers, analysts, and administrative staff in budget execution, budget concepts, and financial management processes. Provides training and consultation in budget concepts and budgetary accounting within OMB and to other Federal agency budget analysts and accountants. Recommends budgetary treatment consistent with sound budget concepts and scoring rules. Ensures that the conceptual framework underlying the Federal budget stays up to date as the budget landscape evolves. Analyzes historical and current financial data to identify trends, anomalies, or inconsistencies in budget data, and present potential Government-wide solutions where problems are discovered. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates 1) Collecting, analyzing, or interpreting budgetary, financial, or program data to support the formulation, justification, or execution of Federal budgets, 2) Applying U.S. Standard General Ledger guidance, particularly budgetary accounting, in support of budget execution reporting requirements issued by OMB or the Department of the Treasury, 3) Coordinating apportionments or other budget execution activities consistent with guidance provided by OMB or the Department of the Treasury on budget or related matters and 4) Communicating analytical findings verbally and in writing, including preparing briefing materials, reports, or responses for senior staff. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates 1) Developing or providing in-depth analysis of budgetary, financial, or program data to support the formulation, justification, or execution of Federal budgets with stakeholders and/or subject matter experts, 2) Collaborating to influence U.S. Standard General Ledger guidance, particularly budgetary accounting, in support of budget execution reporting requirements issued by OMB or the Department of the Treasury, 3) Advising senior management officials on apportionments or other budget execution activities for high-profile complicated programs consistent with guidance provided by OMB or the Department of the Treasury on budget or related matters and 4) Communicating analytical findings verbally and in writing, including preparing briefing materials, reports, or presentations to senior leadership. You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates 1) Leading analysis of budgetary, financial, or program data to support the formulation, justification, or execution of Federal budgets with interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and/or subject matter experts, 2) Collaborating to influence or leading a team using U.S. Standard General Ledger guidance, particularly budgetary accounting, in support of budget execution reporting requirements issued by OMB or the Department of the Treasury, 3) Implementing actions coordinated with senior management officials on apportionments or other budget execution activities of high-profile complicated programs consistent with guidance provided by OMB or Department of the Treasury on budget or related matters with OMB or the Department of the Treasury officials and 4) Communicating high-impact ideas, alternative solutions, and/or recommendations with clarity, both verbally and in writing, to interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, subject matter experts, and/or senior leadership. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position does not have an education requirement. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the vacancy has closed, your resume and accompanying documents will be assessed to verify your qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will be evaluated against your responses on the assessment questionnaire to gauge your experience level. Should your self-assessment exceed what is substantiated by your resume, you may be disqualified from consideration. Candidates who rank among the most qualified will be forwarded to the selecting official for potential employment. It is essential that your resume contains comprehensive details relevant to the responsibilities and specialized experience required for the position. Directly copying from the vacancy announcement without providing additional context to illustrate your experience may lead to an ineligible rating, hindering your chances for further consideration. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities pertinent to the role. As the primary tool for evaluating your qualifications, we urge you to be precise and thorough in detailing your experience. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Budget Administration, Communication (oral and written), Influencing/Negotiating, and Strategic Thinking Assessment Process: Structured Resume Review. Subject matter experts (SMEs) will evaluate your resume to assess your technical qualifications for the position, focusing specifically on the required specialized experience. They will only consider the first two pages of your resume, beginning with your work experience, and will not review any additional materials such as cover letters or links included in your resume. Candidates who successfully pass this structured resume review will advance to the next stage of the assessment process. To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13031850 Other Information

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