Overview
This position provides financial analysis support for the Office of the Director (OD) within the DHQP branch. The role supports Program Resource Managers (PRM) and Program Managers (PMO) through budget execution/planning, reconciliation, reporting, and data-driven analyses.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive financial analysis and budget execution/planning support to Program Resource Managers (PRM) and Program Managers (PMO).
- Independently compile, reconcile, and analyze funding data from multiple financial systems into Excel documents, often under tight deadlines.
- Reconcile and monitor actual versus budgeted spend plans for accuracy and compliance.
- Develop, process, and track financial records and reports using CDC systems (RMS, ICE, APEX, CBRA/OASys).
- Prepare and maintain DHQP branch status-of-funds reports, spend plans, and ad hoc reports.
- Compile, reconcile, and analyze commitments, obligations, and projections to support budgeting and funding requirements.
- Work with the budget team and program managers to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Periodically prepare analyses of future financial needs across staffing, travel, shipping, supplies, and contracts.
- Support end-of-year closeout activities and translate financial data into reports for senior management.
- Collaborate with and guide other program resource managers and financial analysts.
- Participate during CDC response activities and training exercises under direction of the DHQP Team Lead; duties may include staffing the EOC desk to support CDC’s mission.
Requirements
Necessary Skills and Knowledge
- Ability to demonstrate diplomacy and work professionally and collegially with a highly educated, scientific customer base that is under pressure and in the public eye every day.
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently, be solution-oriented, motivated, and committed to customer and organizational success.
- Ability to handle a variety of constituencies, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and thrive in a complex environment while balancing competing priorities.
- Expertise in project management tools and software, including but not limited to: Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SharePoint, and OneNote.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in interpersonal exchanges.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in program analysis, public health, healthcare, research, or a related field.
- Previous experience working with government procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to obtain and maintain CDC Public Trust Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in program analysis, public health, healthcare, research, or a related field.
- Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $115,000 to $125,000 annually.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Tax-deferred savings options
- Supplementary benefits
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Location
Not specified in the provided description.