Budget Analyst

Posting Summary

Working Title

Budget Analyst

Role Title

Finan Svcs Spec I

Role Code

19031-FP

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Band

04

Position Number

Agency

Northern VA Community College

Division

NV280-VP Finance

Work Location

Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

$70,000 - $80,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Eligible for one day telework following successful completion of probationary period and approval of supervisor.

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

General Description:

The Budget Analyst will provide technical, administrative and project support, critical to the management of budgeting, financial reporting, budget preparation, forecasting, monitoring, and analysis.

Duties and Tasks:

• Analyze and verify financial information, prepare budget analysis and projections, and maintain accurate records
• Prepare initial budget entries and ongoing budget adjustments
• Provide administrative support to the Budget Office including utilizing independent judgement; answering routine inquiries; and maintaining knowledge of general office procedures to perform moderately complex office duties
• Establish and maintain departmental budget files; prepare fiscal reports; and update the Budget Office SharePoint site
• Independently collect, analyze, and report data that supports Budget Office financial analysis.
• Assist in the resolution of data conflicts within and between data sources.
• Develop methods to monitor data integrity progress and present corrective action plans

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• Critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of governmental accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, effectively plan and coordinate multiple projects in timely manner.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and use good judgment at all times.
• Ability to work independently and to function in a team environment.
• Analytical skills to identify potential data integrity issues.
• Excellent communication skills.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Experience utilizing fund accounting in an accounting and/or budgeting environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Access.
• Experience with data entry demonstrating excellent attention to detail.
• Administrative experience.
• Experience with customer service demonstrating a commitment to resolving matters in the best possible manner.
• Experience with reconciliations and/or evaluation of data ..

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in a Higher Education environment.
• Experience with research, investigate and analyze large quantities of data.
• Experience working with a data warehouse and/or data visualization tools/systems (i.e. Power BI, Qlik Software, SQL, etc.)

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

CLS_4133P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

11/05/2025

Job Close Date

11/19/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Agency Website

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.