Budget Analyst - Office of Personnel Management

Summary As a Budget Analyst at the GS-0560-12/13, you will be part of CFO Budget and Performance, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will be responsible for performing analytical, technical, and administrative duties in one or more phases of the budgetary process, e.g., budget formulation and justification, presentation and enactment, or execution. Responsibilities Oversee the preparation of budget materials and supporting documentation, including narrative justifications. Analyze budget estimates to eliminate duplication and reconcile them with current expenditures and future changes. Conduct periodic analyses of budgetary resources. Conduct special analyses of financial and management issues affecting program policies. Monitor and reconcile commitments, obligations, and expenditures, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Track obligations and expenditures, ensuring the availability of funds for processing obligating documents. Provide input and analysis during internal budget and program reviews. Identify program and budget issues and prepare internal guidance for program offices. Review and assess impacts of program operating plans for budget execution. Recommend reprogramming or adjustments based on funding levels, program changes, and unforeseen expenses. Prepare a variety of recurring and ad hoc reports related to financial management, status of funds, obligations, and FTE usage. Use automated databases and spreadsheets to prepare budget loads and execution reports. Serve as a liaison to program offices, informing them of budget policies and procedures. Provide recommendations on budget actions and funding statuses. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Complete the initial online assessment and USA Hire Assessment, if required This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32. Qualifications For the GS-12 Grade Level: You must have at least one year of specialized experience which is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service (obtained in either the private or public sector) which demonstrates the following activities: Managing budgets for multiple programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with established regulations; Analyzing budget performance metrics using advanced Excel functions and automated databases; and Preparing detailed execution reports and variance analyses to track budget expenditures and funding statuses. For the GS-13 Grade Level: You must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the private or public sector) which demonstrates the following activities: Serving as a liaison between program offices and finance teams, informing stakeholders of budget policies and procedures; Providing data-driven recommendations on budget actions and funding allocations to senior leadership, influencing key decisions that optimized resource allocation across departments; and Utilizing historical financial data to develop budget forecasts and strategic expenditure plans, effectively anticipating future funding needs and resource constraints. Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 grade level. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 grade level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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 Additional Information This position is located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception. Incentive payments may be considered. If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request an RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need an RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire