Budget Financial Manager

@Orchard is looking to engage a Budget Financial Manager (BFM) to play a critical role in our support to the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Financial Management and Comptroller (OASN (FM&C) Secretariat Comptroller & Resources Department (SCRD) with respect to Budget Formulation & Execution.

This is a unique opportunity to interact directly with senior-level customers, be empowered to think and learn “on your feet,” and to make a direct impact on the DON’s objective - budgetary reform seeking greater transparency while reducing reimbursable work. To be considered for this role, candidates must have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in Budget Formulation in PBIS within the US Navy organization – at the Secretariat, MAJCOM, or SYSCOM level.

As a Budget Financial Manager
, you will work hands-on with the DON budget, leveraging comprehensive knowledge and experience with relevant software (specifically, PBIS and Excel) and relevant processes (i.e., DON budget formulation, justification). You will work as part of a team of 5-7 consultants and specialists (with expertise across the PPBE process) to provide day-to-day support to the client. This will include working closely with SCRD staff to oversee PPBE processes with the Secretariat and developing decision support materials for senior Secretariat leaders.

• Experience independently performing Budget Formulation activities for Navy or USMC (preferred: strong understanding of all three of the following: Secretariat, Navy, and Marine Corps processes)
• Highly proficient knowledge with Excel (pivot tables, formulas, etc.) – independently able to create, own, and manage large datasets (e.g., 5-year projections for multimillion dollar portfolios)
• Highly proficient in working in PBIS
• Working knowledge of Navy ERP
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to analyze financial statements and budget execution reports
• Solid and effective verbal & written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and analysis, planning, and problem-solving skills

• Navy/USMC Veterans and former Civilian employees (at Secretariat, MAJCOM, or SYSCOM level) are strongly encouraged to apply, as their experiences and knowledge align with project delivery.
• Experience in DOD Data Analytics and visualization, especially Jupiter/Advana/Qlik
• Experience working with large data sets and data analytics or engineering tools, e.g., SQL, Python, R, Databricks, etc.
• Relevant certifications, including, but not limited to, Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), DoD Financial Management Certification (FMC), etc.

• An active Secret Clearance.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Able to work 5 days a week, onsite at the Pentagon.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of PPBE with an emphasis on Budget Formulation and Execution, with deep knowledge of PBIS and familiarity with Navy ERP and ADVANA.

Compensation:
Base salary is determined through an assessment of your experience and qualifications. It is expected to be in the range of $115K-$180K, plus performance-based incentives and a variable compensation program. Our client offers competitive benefits.

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