XMSTART
Sr. Budget Analyst

Chantilly, VA, USA
XMSTART is looking to add experienced full-time Sr. Budget Analyst to our team, in Chantilly, VA. All positions are 100% Onsite.
This program provides SAO with the experience, knowledge, skills, and talent to implement stable business services.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Support financial and budgetary activities for Special Access Programs (SAP) using NRO business practices and SAO-unique processes in compliance with DoD/NRO Budget Acquisition standards
Create and track funding documents, RCAs, and external agency funding actions using the NRO execution tool
Track commitment, obligation, and expenditure of funds throughout acquisition/appropriation lifecycle with execution tools and tailored SAP practices
Generate monthly budget execution reviews and provide SAP and non-SAP level financial documentation
Assist in development and coordination of annual SAP budgets for groups and/orACQ/MSA-coded efforts
Create, update, and analyze SAP/MSA spend plans; recommend adjustments based on forecast plans
Collaborate with Budget Officers for accurate financial reporting aligned with NRO business policies
Review BLI requests in compliance with NRO policies including CLINs, Appropriations, ETs, and BOCs
Support development of IPBS, CBJB, IPOM, and CJB submissions including multiple budget excursions
Provide NRO budget execution support including funding actions, reconciliation, and issue resolution
Provide ad hoc support to NRO/BPO inquiries and SAP reporting requirements
Use innovative analysis techniques to perform complex trend analysis across financial data sources
Evaluate SAO-level execution and ensure alignment with IC/DoD goals and available resources
Prepare budget summaries, memoranda, issue papers, charts, and talking points for leadership
Review presentations and briefings for action responses; lead cross-SAO budget meetings
Consolidate SAO inputs for performance measure development and reporting
Recommend improvements for databases, tools, procedures, and strategies for financial oversight
Support and standardize NRO business processes for SAO budget reviews
Maintain internal controls for monitoring lifecycle commitments and obligations
Analyze cost performance reports and contract financial status reports
Provide policy compliance guidance for cost accumulation (CAPCO) for all SAO funding actions
Assist with NRO PMP Cost Tools for oversight reviews, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 yearsâ experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or related roles within the IC or DoD environment
Strong understanding of DoD/NRO budget and acquisition practices, including SAP financial processes
Proficiency in financial systems, execution tools, and reporting platforms used by NRO
Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
Experience in preparing high-level financial reports, justifications, and executive presentations
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with NRO financial databases and PMP Cost Tools
Experience in SAP program financial execution and oversight
Advanced knowledge of BLI, CLINs, BOCs, and related fiscal codes within NRO budgeting practices
Education:
Bachelorâs Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Security Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly
Reinvestigation date within 7 years if not an active NRO employee
Negotiable Salary