Budget Analyst

Altarum Institute is a nonprofit health systems research and consulting organization serving government and private-sector clients. We provide objective research and tailored consulting services that help our clients understand and solve the complex systems problems that impact health and health care. Our model combines the analytical rigor of a research institution with the business acumen of a traditional consultancy to deliver comprehensive, systems-based solutions that meet your unique needs

The Budget Analyst is responsible for the budget planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of federal government projects of varying contract type, size, and complexity. The Budget Analyst assists directors and project managers in tracking the financial status and analyzing labor utilization for projects. In this role, you will work as part of a skilled management team, and you will need to communicate effectively and proactively with a broad variety of stakeholders.

* Gathering, extracting, reviewing, verifying, and consolidating a variety of information and financial data needed to prepare reports * Responsible for monthly forecasts and tracking variances, invoicing, and all other internal financial aspects of projects. * Analyzing and evaluating changes in program plans and funding and their effect on budgets * Prepares analysis of budgeting and costs on the contract and associated reports and spending plans * Cross-checking the accuracy of budget and program data in related budgetary forms, data sources, schedules, and reports; * Independently perform tasks involving budget execution or formulation by compiling data from various financial management reports. * Responsible for overseeing budget activities including projections, tracking funds distribution, and reconciling commitments/obligations. * Preparing financial reports

* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field is preferred. * 3+ years’ experience working on budgets for federal contracts preferred. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships * Ability to adapt quickly to emerging issues, priorities, and competing requirements * Demonstrated ability to apply analytic techniques to evaluate budget data and resolve inconsistencies * Ability to work comfortably under pressure and prioritize multiple work responsibilities, with competing demands, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. * Excellent oral and written communications skills and facility with collaborating as part of large teams. * Anticipates problems ahead of time and takes a proactive approach towards solving them or reporting them to a supervisor. * Laser-sharp attention to detail and accuracy. * Exceptional time management and organization skills. * Ability to learn quickly, to respond/react quickly to changing priorities and to be dedicated to completion of required tasks. * Ability to initiate and complete tasks with minimum supervision.