Budget Analyst Jobs in Virginia

A Budget Analyst in the finance industry is responsible for helping organizations, both public and private, organize their finances. The professional evaluates budget proposals and funding requests, conducts cost-benefit analyses to determine the most cost-effective solutions, and establishes and enforces budget guidelines and procedures. The analyst then prepares regular reports detailing the organization's financial status and communicates their findings to management and stakeholders. They also review and monitor spending to ensure it remains within budget. They offer guidance and technical assistance when preparing budgets, review budget proposals, and prepare financial analysis reports.

Potential Budget Analysts should have strong skills in numerical computation, analysis, problem-solving, and communication. They should also possess a keen understanding of financial forecasting and data analysis. Holding a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) credential can be beneficial, though it's not a strict requirement. A Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field is often required, but many employers prefer candidates with an MBA or related advanced degree. Before becoming a Budget Analyst, potential candidates often gain experience in roles such as Financial Analyst, Accounting Analyst, or Cost Estimator.

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Budget/Financial Analyst

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 3 hours ago

Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+...

Fiscal Analyst

  • Prince William, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Prince William, VA
  • 13 hours ago

T his position will be responsible for managing the Community Services Representative Payee Accounts, conducting accounts payable and procurement daily business supports including local travel,...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Dynamis is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to provide acquisition and program management support for Headquarters, United States Air Force, Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear...

Budget Analyst (Senior)

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 22 hours ago

The Senior Budget Analyst performs a variety of resource management duties in support of NRO Program, Office, Directorate, and Staff components....

Fiscal Analyst-Eligibility and Fee Agreement Specialist

  • Prince William, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Prince William, VA
  • 1 day ago

Are you seeking a position that is challenging and rewarding? If you have ever wanted to work with people in your community or become an important component of the betterment of other people's...

Senior Planning/Budget Analyst - Clearance Sponsorship

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 days ago

Senior Planning/Budget Analyst - Clearance Sponsorship Job Category: Finance and Accounting Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage...

Budget Analyst

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 8 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Budget Analyst Junior will assist FPS with all aspect of managing the revenue and expenses associated with security fees....

Senior Program & Budget Analyst

  • Ft Belvoir, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Ft Belvoir, VA
  • 9 days ago

The Senior Program and Budget Analyst is responsible for performing advanced budget preparation and data analysis for programs managed by the Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) G3 Aerial...

Budget Analyst / Specialist

  • Quantico, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Quantico, VA
  • 10 days ago

Budget Analyst / Specialist Position Summary DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Budget Analyst / Specialist to support a government client in Quantico, Virginia....

Budget Analyst SME jobs in McLean

  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago

Budget Analyst SME LOCATION: McLean, VA - Onsite CLEARANCE: TS/SCI clearance with an active CI Poly required or a Full Scope Poly....

Budget Analyst Sr. jobs in McLean

  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 11 days ago

Budget Analyst Sr....

Budget Analyst I

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Budget Analyst I Salary $33,817.00 - $55,696.00 Annually Location Petersburg VA 23803, VA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 00934 Department Finance/Accounting Opening Date 04/11/2025 Closing Date 5/9/2025...

Budget and Financial Analyst, Mid

  • Arlington, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 13 days ago

Budget and Financial Analyst, Mid The Opportunity: The right mixture of great ideas and funding can create change. In a complex organization, allocating funding to where it can be most effective...

Financial Services Budget Analyst Formulation

  • McLean, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 13 days ago

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is...

Budget Analyst SME - TS/SCI with CI Poly or FSP

  • McLean, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 14 days ago

The Budget Analyst SME will contribute to the formulation, support, and execution of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) Budget....

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Salary for Budget Analyst Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Budget Analysts in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
42.8%
Associate's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Budget Analysts in Virginia
2-4 years
42.4%
1-2 years
19.8%
4-6 years
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
8-10 years
7.5%
6-8 years
3.3%
None
2.2%
10+ years
1.8%


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