Budget Analyst

About This Role

The Budget Analyst leads budget development and monitoring across departments, providing financial analysis, identifying risks, and offering guidance to support organizational objectives. This position supports the Department of State, Directorate of Passport Services, and is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of budgets across departments
• Ensure budget activities align with strategic objectives and Quality Management System practices
• Perform detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis and forecasting, to support decision-making
• Prepare reports for senior management on financial performance, key metrics, and budget variances
• Identify financial risks, develop mitigation strategies, and support robust financial controls and compliance
• Mentor and guide junior budget analysts and encourage continuous improvement
• Partner with departmental leaders, project managers, and stakeholders to gather financial data and align budgets with operational goals

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required
• Ability to pass a federal background check
• Must possess a SECRET personnel security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience; or 11 years of relevant experience in lieu of the degree
• Budget leadership
• Financial analysis and forecasting
• Risk assessment
• Financial controls
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Mentoring and reporting

Nice to have:

• Prior experience with the U.S. Department of State

About the Company

MIRACORP provides services to the federal government, focusing on quality and reliability. The company invests in talent, innovation, and leadership.