Budget Analyst

Budget AnalystMDW Associates is seeking a Budget Analyst to provide sound financial stewardship, expert analysis, and innovative approaches to our National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) client in Huntsville, Alabama (requires full onsite presence). Essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:Serve as an analyst to systematically integrate business, cost estimating and financial management processes aiding to ensure the efficient stewardship of public fundsMust possess excellent written and verbal communication skills (as demonstrated through past performance in preparing financial reports and documents)Ability to work in a variety of work scenarios with Principal Investigators, management, and in large science and resource team(s), including virtual interactionsWorks independently when necessary, with minimal guidanceTrustworthy and maintains confidentialityProvide strategic budget analysis investigating financial data to provide decision makers with crucial information, ideas, solutions and options for the effective planning and execution of the budgetSupports Principal Investigators and Branch Management by monitoring and tracking budgets including preparing phasing plans, PPBE submissions, and cost analyses and makes recommendations for changes and process improvementsReviews, analyzes and presents budget and workforce status including detailed variance explanations with impacts and solutions with suggestions for presentation, analysis, and process improvementsMaintains project budgets, conducts cost analysis, and develops phasing plans for a few major research projects utilizing data analytics tools, as applicableUnderstands the proposal rate structure and process, makes suggested improvements, and uses it to prepare cost proposals for Principal InvestigatorsInteract with NASA Headquarters resource personnel to understand processes, resolve discrepancies, and provide required financial informationRequired Experience/Skills:4+ years of specialized experience in budget analysis or related fieldMust possess strong analytical skills to accurately analyze financial data using advanced tools and processesProficient MS Office Applications including advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPointA knowledge and understanding of automated financial systems and budgetary report generationDemonstrated experience using Microsoft Power BI to develop interactive dashboards and visual reports, integrate multiple data sources, and support data-driven decision-makingPreferred Experienced/Skills:Systems Applications and Products (SAP) and Business Objects (BOBJ) or other accounting systemsExperience developing cost proposals for Principal InvestigatorsFederal Government Financial ProcessesPower BI experienceEducation Requirements:BA/BS degree preferredCompany Description: Incorporated in 2012, MDW is a small business headquartered in McLean, VA with offices in Huntsville, AL. We provide Federal government clients with consulting, management services, advisory and assistance services, decision support, strategic planning, process planning and improvement, task execution and metrics analysis. Our mission is to make our clients more successful by providing honest assessments, exceptional analysis, prudent advice, direct communication, and hard work. Our core capabilities include:Strategic PlanningCost EstimatingBudget Programming and JustificationBudget ExecutionAcquisition ManagementFinancial Systems Support and Integration*MDW Associates, LLC ("MDW") is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or any other unlawful basis unrelated to the ability to do the job. MDW seeks to employ talented, ethical, and entrepreneurial-minded persons. Our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination as required by Federal law.*Additional Information: We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package for our employees, including but not limited to: