Business and Budget Analyst

Lynker

Business and Budget Analyst supporting Lynker’s federal Space Weather Prediction Center contract. Managing budgeting, procurement, compliance, reporting, and center administrative operations.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $82,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in budget forecasting, preparation, and compliance, with a strong ability to analyze financial data and support program requirements. Proficient in utilizing Google Suite and web-based program management systems for effective tracking and reporting.

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Budget ForecastingFinancial ReportingRegulatory ComplianceVariance AnalysisGoogle Suite

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Hard Skills

Budget PreparationCost MonitoringData AnalysisFinancial System ReviewProcurement TrackingInter-Agency AgreementsGrants ManagementProgram DocumentationVariance AnalysisCost Estimation

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedWell-OrganizedCustomer ServiceTeam CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Google SuiteWeb-Based Program Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Budgeting RegulationsFinancial ComplianceCost ForecastingProgram ManagementContract Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist federal management with budget forecasting, preparation, formulation, presentation, and cost monitoring across multiple portfolios, funds, contracts, and grants
Compile historical data to support program requirement evaluation and long-range cost estimation
Review budget proposals for completeness, technical accuracy, and regulatory compliance
Track financial reports, transactions, and system data; draft specialized financial reports
Draft, prepare, and track procurement actions and requisitions
Support Purchase Cardholder or Approver documentation review, invoice reconciliation, and compliance tracking
Process and track inter-agency agreements, reimbursable agreements, and grants
Maintain program documentation and tracking spreadsheets; monitor deadlines and review contract deliverables
Coordinate tools, resource allocations, communications, and project calendars
Provide logistical support for seminars, meetings, and briefings
Review draft travel orders and group travel arrangements for regulatory compliance
Assist with equipment and property tracking and allocation
Distribute program information and maintain center files and records
Use Google Suite and web-based program management systems to collect, track, and report performance data
Facilitate building access and process Common Access Card (CAC) documentation
Provide backup timekeeping support and research payroll or travel discrepancies
Assist with evaluation systems, management controls, SOPs, mail distribution, and employee award packages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) from an accredited institution
3+ years of relevant professional experience
Knowledge of budgeting regulations and procedures to support budget creation, execution, and long-range cost forecasting
Experience tracking organizational spending
Experience reviewing financial system data
Experience performing variance analysis against budget targets
Detail-oriented and well-organized
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work effectively with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams
Ability to utilize Google Suite and web-based program management systems
Lynker is an E-Verify employer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Personal Time Off (PTO) policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System
Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Team-oriented work environment
Lynker is an employee-owned business