As a Budget Analyst in the Building Operations Branch, you will serve as a principal financial advisor and expert budget analyst to any organizational component of the Chief Financial Officer's nationwide operating programs.
Location of position: General Services Administration, Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). Location is negotiable upon selection.
Summary
As a Budget Analyst in the Building Operations Branch, you will serve as a principal financial advisor and expert budget analyst to any organizational component of the Chief Financial Officer's nationwide operating programs.
Location of position: General Services Administration, Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). Location is negotiable upon selection.
Your application will be considered if you are a:
• GSA employee must be employed in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer/BR
• GSA surplus or displaced employees in the local commuting area who qualify for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)
You must be serving on a career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.
This position has job functions that must be executed within a specific geographic location. The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee’s home). Positions include routine telework and remote work arrangements that are geographically specific to: Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Fort Worth, TX, Kansas City, MO, Lakewood, CO, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA, Tacoma, WA, and Washington, DC.
The duty station and work schedule will be determined upon selection and will be located within one of GSA's Regional Offices area.
Serves as an expert Budget Analyst, performing the full complement of financial/budgetary operations necessary to support regional programs. Develops the organization's total long-range financial plan and budget, and is responsible for budget formulation, justification, presentation and execution. Initiates, executes, coordinates and evaluates all program matters as they relate to the financial management of assigned funds. Develops, plans and reviews financial activities to assure conformity with policy and procedures. Prepares all written justification and other documentation needed to support funding. Edits budget requests and estimates prepared within other components of the regional organization, implementing necessary changes and revisions. Prepares formal consolidated budget forecasts and reports on budget execution. Develops criteria for financial tracking plans, reports and analytical data to allow for budgetary formulation and adjustments through the monitoring and evaluation of program goals. Ensures the accurate input of budgetary data for automated reports. Investigates discrepancies that appear in financial records. Initiates contact with Finance Center accounting officials to resolve erroneous or entries and participates in the implementation of new or revised accounting programs. Evaluates the execution of budget and cost plans of regional organizations versus actual performance to assure conformance with objectives and to prevent possible violations of the Anti-Deficiency Act. Serves as a principal financial advisor to others in the organization. Provides expert guidance, advice and recommendations on all aspects of financial management to senior line managers on the full range of the organization's budgetary/financial matters. Provides advice and recommendations to Division managers in planning programs and operations by formulating financial objectives resource requirements for the attainment of these objectives. Reviews proposed managerial, functional or operational changes for financial impact; makes appropriate recommendations to the head of the organization on the full range of budgetary/financial matters and develops plans for implementation of corresponding changes in financial activities. Reviews regulations and internal and GAO audit reports for impact on the financial management of assigned program areas. Assist with implementing proposed budgetary policy and procedural guidance for and provides comprehensive recommendations to management. Provides direction, guidance, and advice to lower graded Budget Analysts. Provide assistance, guidance and training to lower graded budget analysts and customers involved in budget and financial matters to assure timely and accurate results. Works with other regions technical experts to review, evaluate and/or develop a coordinated approach to unique problems or issues concerned.
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
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The GS-13 salary range starts at $103,409.00 per year.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience performing the full complement of budgetary duties which included responsibility for the formulation, presentation, justification and execution of an organization’s annual operating budget. Such experience must include the following:
Applying budgeting and financial management processes, policies, procedures, and regulations to formulate, justify, and monitor budget activities.
Analyzing and evaluating financial and budgetary relationships to develop recommendations for complex budgetary actions.
Conducting financial analysis of complex accounting treatments.
Applying analytical and evaluative methods in order to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations or functions and to prepare reports for management.
Providing guidance to others regarding financial management systems; policies and procedures, including internal controls.
Planning, executing, and making recommendations on major financial management system projects.
Applying qualitative and/or quantitative methods or techniques for the assessment and improvement.
Additional information
This position is eligible for the bargaining unit.
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area.
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is:
Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities. Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.
Knowledge of the Federal budget process, including knowledge of the GSA planning-programming-budgeting system to develop long-range (multi-year) budget plans to support an organization that includes activities that are both regional and national in scope.
Knowledge of Agency and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies, directives, regulations and strategies of budget presentation required to develop, consolidate and edit budget justifications and reports which will be accepted by OMB, and to oversee the organization's financial management activities.
Knowledge of analytical methods and complex financial management theories, principles and practices to measure and evaluate budgetary and program effectiveness, to develop or revise budgetary policies in response to changes in program direction, and to advise top level management on new developments and advances in all aspects of program administration and financial management activities.
Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to create charts and graphs for upper management presentations.
Knowledge of accounting systems and ability to use information technology to accomplish routine tasks, including extracting budget and program data, and utilizing word-processing and spreadsheet and database applications impacting customer operations and expenses or related customer activities/accounts.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
If you are eligible under GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
