CBO’s Office of Financial Management, which consists of four professional staff members, seeks a budget analyst to work directly with the Chief Financial Officer.   The person who fills this position will assist in formulating and presenting the agency’s annual budget. The budget analyst will also assist and, in some instances, take the lead in reconciling, analyzing, and forecasting the payroll. The incumbent will execute the approved budget (including the spending plan), prepare and analyze budget records and reports, oversee funding allotments and associated spending, and make adjustments as required. The budget analyst will assist in reviews of internal controls and audits; develop recommendations regarding process improvements and automation; provide regular updates to the CFO on the current status of the budget and any changes in requirements, procedures, or practices. Closely coordinating with the CFO, the budget analyst will develop and maintain financial and budget execution tools, making use of automated systems and programs. In addition, the person will oversee all aspects of CBO’s travel program and perform other duties as assigned, including some accounting functions in the absence of the accountant.   Qualifications Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a similar field and at least two years of financial management experience in the federal government. They must have hands-on experience projecting/forecasting and analyzing payroll. They must be able to research and resolve budget issues using financial management systems. They must possess budgeting and financial management skills and have the knowledge and ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data for timely and accurate budget execution, reconciliation, reporting, and formulation and presentation. Demonstrated skills working both independently and collaboratively with staff at all levels are also required. Strong skills with computer applications such as Excel, Access, and related products are a must. The ability to handle a wide range of time-sensitive projects simultaneously, along with the flexibility to work additional hours as required, is essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a favorably adjudicated public trust background investigation, which includes a credit check. Experience developing or assisting in the development of automated financial management tools and familiarity with government travel regulations are pluses. Non US citizens should view Citizenship Eligibility Requirements or contact careers@cbo.gov for assistance in determining eligibility. Salary and Benefits Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with education and related experience. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.   How to Apply Please submit a cover letter, résumé, salary history, and contact information for three references online at www.cbo.gov/careers . Submit your application by August 16 to ensure consideration. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended. Because this is a ‘covered position’ within CBO, appointment to this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, as made applicable by regulations approved pursuant to the Congressional Accountability Act. Accordingly, qualified applicants who are not current employees of CBO and who were separated from active duty in the armed forces under honorable conditions and who served on active duty in the armed forces during certain wars, in certain expeditions or campaigns, or during specific time periods (veterans) or who are disabled veterans may be eligible to receive preference over nonpreference eligible applicants in appointment decisions. Spouses, widows, widowers, and mothers of certain veterans may also be eligible to claim preference, if the veteran cannot. If claiming veterans’ preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans’ preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans’ Preference section of the application and must complete and submit CBO's  Veterans’ Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form to  veoa@cbo.gov or faxed to 202-225-7539 within two weeks of applying. Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO’s Veterans’ Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov .   Contact Nancy Fahey or Angela Smart, 202-226-2628,  careers@cbo.gov EEO M/F/V/D