Budget and Procurement Analyst

The Budget and Procurement Analyst will be responsible for developing, monitoring, managing and reporting on the budget for Information Technology programs for a Federal Government Client (United States Postal Service). To accomplish this, the Budget and Procurement Analyst will gather data from financial and contract systems as well as consolidate invoice data. They will exercise analytical skills to create excellent spreadsheets and presentations to assist in the analysis and communication of programs financial status. The successful candidate will also have experience using GSA EBUY or other equivalent procurement system and demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and be capable of working autonomously

The role is hybrid and will potentially require working on Client’s site up to 4 days a week. Possible locations: Washington D.C., Merrifield, VA, Raleigh, NC, St. Louis, MO, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Manage the full lifecycle of funding projects and activities competent to independently manage cross-functional projects.
• Conduct variance analysis and explain the root cause to management.
• Identify and manage potential risks.
• Forecast expenditures; estimates to complete; estimate at completion.
• Develop complex Excel reports and build PowerPoint presentations and to explain budget status and analysis information at a different level of complexity to multiple stakeholders.
• Apply consulting and interpersonal skills to a wide range of business situations.
• Interview clients, define budget requirements, develop cost estimates and research data issues.
• Develop and evaluate requests for proposals (RFPs) to justify project funding and inform long-term decision-making for long-term solutions.
• Review purchase orders to ensure accuracy in the procurement process.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of related experience. Other fields of specialty will be considered.

• U.S. Citizenship, or U.S. Permanent Residency with a minimum of 5 years residence in the U.S.  
• 1+ years of experience using GSA EBUY system or other equivalent procurement system
• Extensive experience developing detailed Excel budget and financial analysis reports and PowerPoint presentations.
• All candidates must have strong communication and writing skills, ability to solve problems independently, and responsible for meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and earned value management (EVM).
• Experience establishing, monitoring, forecasting and reporting project budgets
• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• The position requires a professional work attitude, ability to communicate openly with management and coworkers, and to work as a team player.

• Experience working for a federal government agency or support services contractor is preferred
• Knowledge of software development, lifecycle and IT hardware desirable
• Knowledge and experience in consulting, and Information Technology preferred
• Experience developing visual reports, dashboards, and KPI scorecards using Power BI desktop

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.