Must be a US Citizen
W2 with full benefits
Offer contingent on ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen
Columbus Technologies and Services Inc. is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Columbus offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are currently seeking a Budget Analyst to work onsite with the National Institutes of Health in Rockville, MD.
This is a long-term position which offers:
Budget Analytics & Financial Operations Analyst:
The objective of this requirement is to provide comprehensive financial operations, analytical, and coordination support to the NIMHD FMB to ensure effective execution, monitoring, and reporting of the Institute’s budget. The contractor shall support FMB in managing complex financial portfolios, maintaining accurate and reliable financial data, and producing timely analyses and reports that inform leadership decision-making. In addition, the contractor will assist in strengthening internal financial monitoring processes, enhancing reporting efficiency, and supporting efforts to improve data analytics and automation within FMB operations in support of the mission of the NIMHD within the NIH.
The contractor shall support FMB in managing complex financial portfolios, maintaining accurate and reliable financial data, and producing timely analyses and reports that inform leadership decision-making. In addition, the contractor will assist in strengthening internal financial monitoring processes, enhancing reporting efficiency, and supporting efforts to improve data analytics and automation within FMB operations. This support is critical to ensuring sound financial stewardship, operational continuity, and compliance with federal financial management requirements in support of the mission of the NIMHD within the NIH.
Responsibilities:
A. Financial Operations and Budget Execution Support
Provide operational financial support across Institute portfolios, including RMS, R&D Contracts, DIR, and Extramural Grant programs, by:
1. Processing and tracking Interagency Agreements (IAAs) and associated financial documentation.
2. Preparing and processing DCC actions and Common Accounting Number (CAN) changes.
3. Monitoring obligations, expenditures, and available balances.
4. Supporting reconciliation of financial data and assisting in resolution of discrepancies.
5. Maintaining personnel funding projections, payroll forecasting, and FTE tracking.
6. Supporting internal funding adjustments and documentation requirements.
B. Portfolio Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting
Support FMB’s oversight responsibilities by:
1. Assisting in monitoring financial status across RMS, R&D Contracts, DIR, and Extramural portfolios.
2. Preparing and updating monthly and quarterly financial reports.
3. Conducting variance and trend analyses to identify emerging issues or risks.
4. Maintaining standardized financial tracking tools and reporting templates.
5. Assisting in preparation of briefing materials and financial summaries for leadership.
C. Data Analytics and Process Improvement
Under the direction of the Chief, FMB, and other senior Budget Analysts, the contractor shall:
1. Assist in development and maintenance of financial forecasting and tracking models.
2. Support the creation of dashboards or structured reporting tools to improve data accessibility.
3. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through enhanced analytics or automation of recurring reporting processes.
4. Participate in pilot efforts involving structured data modeling or AI-enabled tools.
5. Document methodologies, assumptions, and lessons learned from pilot efforts.
6. Assist in evaluating the feasibility and value of enhanced analytic approaches for potential broader adoption.
This component of the role supports continuous improvement while maintaining responsible oversight and compliance.
D. Process Documentation and Coordination
Strengthen operational continuity within FMB by:
1. Assisting in documentation and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
2. Drafting internal workflow documentation and budget guidance as directed.
3. Supporting standardization of reporting formats and financial tracking processes.
4. Documenting meeting minutes and distributing action items.
5. Maintaining project tracking logs and monitoring status of FMB initiatives.
Requirements:
• Education: B.S.
• 1-5 years of experience with budget analytics