The Budget Analyst performs budget administration functions in the management of research and medical care appropriated funds for Research and Development (R&D). This includes formulation, justification, presentation and/or execution of a portion of Research and Development (R&D) 20-25-million-dollar operating budget.
***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Major duties include but are not limited to: Performing budget formulation, justification, execution, and monitoring for organizational programs, including preparing annual budget estimates, analyzing funding requirements, and tracking obligations and expenditures.
Analyzing financial data, historical spending trends, and projected costs to identify funding shortfalls, recommend adjustments, and ensure effective utilization of appropriated funds. Preparing financial reports, budget projections, and supporting documentation to assist management in making informed decisions regarding resource allocation and program operations.
Applying federal budgetary regulations, financial management policies, and appropriations requirements to ensure proper allocation, obligation, and expenditure of funds. Coordinating with program managers, fiscal personnel, contracting officials, and other stakeholders to resolve budget discrepancies, reconcile financial records, and support budget execution.
Monitoring financial commitments associated with contracts, personnel agreements, and other program expenditures to ensure funding availability, accurate accounting, and compliance with applicable requirements. Providing technical guidance and recommendations to management regarding budget planning, financial controls, cost analysis, and efficient use of available resources.
Serving as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for Research and Development (R&D) contracts and as a point of contact for vendors and contractors for acquisition of new equipment, supplies or to resolve problems. Performing other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-05.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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