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Senior Budget Officer

Apply Job ID 34750 Date posted 12/15/2025

Job Family:

Finance Compliance Advisor


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are searching for a Senior Budget Officer. This position will assist in the development and justification of the Center’s budget and provide fiscal data required in program evaluation and development including developing and analyzing historical information, e.g. Council, fiscal year, extramural funding activity. The Senior Budget Officer will prepare and coordinate responses to inquiries for financial data from NIH offices, the public; and provide advice and guidance on issues of fiscal policy. The role will analyze and makes recommendations on resource allocations within the Center and assist in the budget execution activities, issue monthly operating budget reports, and assures that the Center’s management account structure is current. This is a full-time remote opportunity supporting the office in Bethesda, MD.

  • Work with staff to strategize future budgeting; provide written recommendations concerning strategies for future budgeting.

  • Review plans for future programs based on draft and final forms.

  • Provide leadership for and coordinate the overall strategic direction and planning for the program.

  • Conduct and perform current state assessments; perform gap analysis; target ‘as-is’ state development and formulate the to-be state with associated execution strategy and roadmap project schedules.

  • Provide analyses, evaluations, technical assessments, feedback and support in the planning and implementation of activities.

What You Will Need:

  • MBA in Management or Enterprise Risk Management OR Master’s in Public Policy, Business Management and Administration, or Finance OR Bachelor’s in Public Policy, Business Management and Administration, or Finance

  • A minimum of TWELVE (12) years of experience in business management, administration, and/or budgeting

  • Budget planning, allocation, and reconciliation

  • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) compliance

  • Financial analysis, auditing, and fiscal year closeout

  • Accounts payable/receivable and invoice processing

  • Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools

  • Advanced Microsoft Office and SharePoint skills

  • Familiarity with Beacon and nVision Finance


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Prior experience with NIH or HHS agencies preferred.

The annual salary range for this position is $0.00-$0.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Parental Leave

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Care.com annual membership

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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