Senior Financial Management Analyst

Overview

This role supports the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) by providing expert-level budget formulation, execution, and financial analysis. The Senior Budget Analyst ensures compliance with federal regulations, delivers high-quality financial insights, and supports leadership in making informed resource decisions aligned with mission priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational decision-making.
• Monitor budget execution and financial performance to ensure compliance with federal regulations, appropriations law, and agency policies.
• Develop financial reports, spending analyses, forecasts, and budget justifications for senior leadership.
• Oversee financial management activities including budgeting, accounting, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit readiness.
• Conduct financial reviews and identify risks, trends, and opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Advise leadership on financial management policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and funding strategies.
• Coordinate with program managers and stakeholders to evaluate funding requirements and recommend resource allocation solutions.
• Support audits, corrective action plans, and financial management reviews involving internal and external oversight organizations.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of financial data and financial management systems.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of federal financial management principles, budgeting, accounting, and appropriations law.
• Strong understanding of budget formulation, execution, fund control, and financial reporting in a federal environment.
• Experience developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of federal financial systems and reporting requirements.
• Advanced analytical, forecasting, and financial management skills.
• Ability to interpret financial data and present recommendations to executive leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; additional years of relevant experience may substitute for education.
• Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in federal financial management, budgeting, accounting, or related disciplines.
• Experience managing budget formulation and execution activities within a federal agency environment.
• Experience providing financial guidance and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Knowledge of federal financial regulations, appropriations law, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving in a Financial Manager, Comptroller, Budget Officer, or Chief Financial Officer support role.
• Experience supporting federal audits and audit resolution activities.
• Experience supervising financial management staff and leading cross-functional financial operations.
• Familiarity with federal financial systems such as UFMS, FMIS, CARS, TRUFACS, or similar enterprise financial management systems.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CGFM, CDFM, PMP, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations with complex funding structures.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching and tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Location

This position supports federal government operations and may require coordination with multiple stakeholders across locations.