Senior Budget Analyst

Goldbelt, Incorporated

Senior Budget Analyst supporting Bureau of Prisons by providing expert-level budget formulation and execution. Ensuring compliance with federal regulations and delivering financial insights for resource decisions.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with program and project managers to develop the organization's budget.
Review managers budget proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with laws and other regulations
Combine all the program and department budgets together into a consolidated organizational budget and review all funding requests for merit.
Explain recommendations for funding requests to others in the organization, legislators, and the public
Assist upper management in analyzing proposed plans and find alternatives if the projected results are unsatisfactory
Monitor organizational spending to ensure that it is within budget
Inform program managers of the status and availability of funds
Estimate future financial needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business.
Ten years of experience may be substituted
Minimum 7 years of related experience
Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills
Strong understanding of budget formulation and execution within a federal environment
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non‑financial audiences
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Proficiency with financial management systems and tools (e.g., Excel, federal financial systems)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company matching
tax-deferred savings options
supplementary benefits
paid time off
professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial modelingbudget formulationbudget executionanalytical skills

Soft Skills

communication skillsattention to detailorganizational skillsindependent workcollaborative work

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in financeBachelor’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in business