Budget Analyst - NOAA Programs

Description:

Position Summary:

@Orchard LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Budget Analyst to support a highly visible NOAA program. This position is contingent upon contract award.

This role is responsible for daily budget analysis, reporting, and the end-to-end management of reimbursable agreements. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in data management, possess strong communication skills, and have a deep understanding of financial compliance and administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare daily spreadsheet reports for the budget analysis team and develop monthly budget briefings for senior management.
• Analyze project proposals, budget changes, and policy impacts to provide daily recommendations to leadership.
• Assist the CFO by evaluating materials, drafting internal memos, and managing data calls.
• Monitor and track the end-to-end process for all Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) and reimbursable agreements.
• Ensure all financial agreements meet regulatory standards and departmental operating procedures.
• Perform daily audits of agreement packages including waivers and customer profiles to ensure content accuracy and completeness before signature.
• Maintain an accurate electronic tracking system to ensure timely fund recovery and cross-departmental coordination.
• Manage the efficient distribution of finalized agreements to internal and external stakeholders within established timelines.
• Develop and maintain internal standard operating procedures and communication materials to optimize financial workflows.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance management.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in financial analysis, budget execution, or administrative operations within a professional environment.
• Prior experience supporting NOAA budget analysis or related program efforts.
• Experience with NOAA budget and accounting software such as BAS accounting and FMDS.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data extraction, pivot tables, complex formulas) and experience working within electronic share-drive databases.
• Strong familiarity with financial handbooks, government or corporate agreement standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional memos and guidance materials.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume workflows (e.g., tracking hundreds of agreements annually) while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for continuing your work with NOAA, we want to hear from you!

@Orchard is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.