About this Role:
The IT Strategic/Financial Analyst provides financial management, budget formulation, and strategic planning support for the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Technology division, managing an annual IT budget of over $90M. This role supports the full lifecycle of federal IT budget activities, including formulation, execution, reporting, and Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes. The analyst delivers data-driven insights and evidence-based recommendations to optimize IT investments, achieve cost savings, and ensure compliance with federal financial management regulations, OMB guidance, and agency priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver annual and multi-year IT budget formulation documents in alignment with ACF priorities.
- Track and monitor execution of $90M+ IT budget, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and federal appropriations law.
- Support CPIC processes, IT Dashboard submissions, and agency portfolio reviews with strategic recommendations.
- Prepare business cases, trade-off analyses, and financial reports for ACF leadership, OMB, and oversight bodies.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses, spend plan reconciliations, and unliquidated obligation (UDO) reporting.
- Provide executive-level financial briefings and recommendations to improve IT portfolio performance.
- Collaborate with federal stakeholders on budget planning, execution, and investment decisions.
- Maintain financial documentation and ensure audit readiness and compliance with OMB guidance.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in federal budget formulation, execution, and financial management.
- Knowledge of federal budget processes, OMB requirements, CPIC, and appropriations law.
- Advanced financial analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and reporting skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
- Strong communication skills with ability to brief senior leadership.
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Desired Skills and Competencies:
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- CPA, CFA, CGFM, or equivalent certification.
- Experience with ACF, HHS, or similar federal agencies.
- Proficiency with BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau).
- Familiarity with federal acquisition processes and IT investment management.
Additional Information:
- Must be able to obtain a public trust clearance.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
Flexible work from home options available.
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