Job Title: Program Analyst – Budget & Financial Operations Support
Location: Silver Spring, MD - Hybrid
Clearance Required: Public Trust Eligible
Hourly Range: Part Time work
$45 - $52/ hour
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
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Description
IBSS is seeking a Program Analyst – Budget & Financial Operations Support to support the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) Office of the Assistant Administrator (OAA) under the Program Management Support Services contract. This position provides mission-critical analytical and operational support for budget execution, financial planning, internal controls, and business operations across NWS Headquarters programs.
The selected candidate will support financial analysis, budget formulation and execution tracking, internal controls documentation, and process improvement initiatives to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in federal financial operations. This role works closely with Government financial managers, program leadership, and cross-functional teams to support data-driven decision-making and operational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Data Analysis & Reporting
- Collect, validate, and analyze financial and operational data from multiple federal financial systems
- Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and performance visualizations (e.g., budget vs. actuals, variance analysis, execution tracking, burn rates)
- Perform data quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial data
- Identify financial trends, risks, and operational insights to support leadership decision-making
Budget Formulation & Execution Support
- Assist in the development, consolidation, and submission of annual and multi-year budget plans
- Track budget execution, including obligations, commitments, expenditures, and funding status
- Support forecasting activities, including spend plans, projections, and reprogramming requests
- Provide analytical support for resource allocation, prioritization, and financial planning decisions
Internal Controls & Compliance Support
- Support documentation and maintenance of internal control processes and procedures (e.g., OMB A-123 alignment)
- Assist in monitoring compliance with Federal, DOC, and NOAA financial policies and regulations
- Support the preparation of audit documentation, responses, and corrective action tracking
- Assist in identifying and assessing financial and operational risks
Process Improvement & Business Operations Support
- Identify opportunities to improve financial and administrative processes
- Support development, documentation, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Assist in the implementation of improved reporting, tracking, and reconciliation processes
- Provide analytical support for financial system improvements and operational modernization efforts
Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
- Communicate financial findings clearly to technical and non-financial stakeholders
- Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations for leadership and program reviews
- Respond to ad hoc data calls and financial analysis requests
- Participate in meetings with the government, financial and program management teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Data Analytics, or related field
- 4–8 years of experience in the related area
- Experience supporting financial operations, budget execution, or program analysis
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data
- Experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required) and collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced federal environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Federal Government agencies (NOAA, DOC, Client, etc.)
- Familiarity with Federal financial systems (e.g., SAP, COAST, or similar platforms)
- Experience with internal controls frameworks (e.g., OMB A-123 compliance)
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or equivalent)
- Experience supporting process improvement or financial operations modernization initiatives
About IBSS Corp.
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.
We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see that the EEO is the law. Please direct any inquiries to the HR Department email at [email protected].
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition department at [email protected]
