Budget Analyst, 45 CPTS/FMAB

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Patrick Space Force Base (FL) is searching for a Budget Analyst for the 45 CPTS/FMAB (NH-0560-03, GS12/13 equivalent).Description:Finance the World’s Premier Gateway to Space! If you are looking for an exciting career within the USSF, then consider applying for the position of Budget Analyst, Space Launch Delta (SLD) 45 CPTS/FMA, Patrick SFB. Florida’s Space Coast offers beautiful beaches, world-wide attractions within 45 minutes, and home to SLD 45, which controls and operates Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and the Eastern Range. The position serves as Senior Budget Analyst for the Operation and Maintenance appropriation in support of SLD 45 and CCSFS. Analyst performs budget formulation, execution, and analysis of various programs. We offer flexible work schedules and telework opportunities.Ideal Candidate:FM Level II Certification; O&M SME; Degree in a financial management or administration discipline highly desired; Secret clearance highly desired - Knowledge of the various USSF/USAF funding appropriations and the Major Range Test and Facility Base (MRTFB) regulations. Familiarity with DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Process. Perform budget execution and manage approved budget authority/target. Monitor trends for obligations, commitments, expenditures, and collections. Analyze accounting records and recommends corrective actions. Identify use of funds and implement changes in program plans and funding. Provide advice, assistance, and guidance on budgeting and input to the implementation of budget processes, policies, and regulations. Provide status and the availability of funds monthly. Research and analyze trends in the cost of accomplishing work objectives and evaluate results for possible effect on program plans and funding. Encourage new ideas and innovations. Manage human, financial, and information resources strategically while building coalitions to achieve common goals. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on budgetary processes/actions. Perform budget formulation work into a consolidated budget request. Possess knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems capabilities to accomplish budget/funding tasks.Key Skills and Abilities:1. Professional knowledge of, and skill in applying the policies, precedents, goals, objectives, regulations and guidelines for financial oversight, budget formulation and execution.2. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding pertinent to installation programs/organizations.3. Professional knowledge of sources of factual information about and related to processes of budgeting, such as that found in accounting reports, payroll records, work reports, or inventory and supply data.4. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems capabilities to accomplish budget/funding tasks.5. Skill in the application of analytical methods and techniques (e.g., cost-benefit analysis, ZBB, amortization, depreciation, and pro-rating revenues and costs among customers), mathematical and statistical analyses, and various cost estimating techniques to analyze and evaluate the effects of changes in program plans and funding and conduct economic and cost studies/analyses.6. Skill in formulating, justifying, and/or executing assigned budgets/programs.7. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare budget estimates, develop alternatives, and make recommendations to resolve budget/funding problems.8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on budgetary processes/actions.9. Ability to encourage new ideas and innovations; manage human, financial and information resources strategically and build coalitions to achieve common goals.Requirements:1. Must be a U.S Citizen.2. PCS/Relocation funding may be available.3. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.4. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.5. May be required travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.6. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.7. This position is eligible for telework 2-4 days a pay period.8. Position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications.9. This is a Financial Management Level (1, 2, or 3) Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.Organization:The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs).The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of Defense relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space.The Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present!https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/