Program and Budget Support Senior Consultant

Job Description

Job Title : Program and Budget Support Senior Consultant

Work Location : Pentagon, on-site daily

Security Clearance : Secret

Agency : U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)

Office supported : Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) (OUSD(C))

Salary Target : 125-135K; 1099 -105hr

Position Overview

BizFirst is supporting our client in search of an experienced Program and Budget Support Senior Consultant to provide program and financial management support within the Department of Defense, with a strong focus on financial data analysis, reporting, and system integration. Responsibilities include reprogramming and funds transfers, data collection and integration, development of reports and briefings, reconciliation of financial information, and support for financial execution.

This role works extensively with the DoD Advanced Analytics (Advana) platform and supports PPBE processes through financial analysis, visualization, and the development of executive-level dashboards using Power BI. Additional responsibilities include coordinating RFIs, supporting audits, and assisting with congressional reporting. The position is onsite at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia and requires an active Secret clearance or higher.

Our client is a specialized management consulting firm that supports the federal government with program execution, financial management, analytics, and budget operations across the Department of Defense. Through their work with senior leadership and mission teams, they provide support for financial reporting, data integration, and enterprise-level decision-making for military departments and defense agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review reprogramming and funds transfer actions within DoD
• Provide support with the collection, integration, analysis, and visualization of financial data, including data calls and the development of reports, briefings, and dashboards
• Support the submission quality check process for all financial information and coordinate with agencies to resolve data discrepancies
• Review monthly financial data; monitor, reconcile, and report data against plans, forecasts, and budget targets to perform analysis and generate summary and detail reports and executive-level information papers
• Perform support and analysis activities to document financial execution for budget accounts overseen by OUSD(C) and design and test financial data integration into the DoD Advanced Analytics (Advana) platform
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions to support leadership decision-making
• Assist with the distribution and consolidation of Requests for Information (RFIs) from internal and external organizations
• Assist with the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), manage budget exhibit printing, and support ongoing PPBE reform efforts
• Provide support in compiling data and information for audit closure and timely submission of congressional reports

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Company Benefits

About BizFirst

BizFirst is a pioneering US-owned company that bridges the gap between job seekers and employers in the small business, commercial, enterprise, and government sectors. With a suite of tailored services covering temporary contractors, direct hiring, and consulting, we empower organizations to meet their staffing needs efficiently. Our comprehensive AI-matching platform ensures a seamless match between candidates’ expertise and our clients’ requirements. Our dedicated team thrives on fostering lasting relationships with both companies and candidates, ensuring a win-win scenario for everyone.

Requirements

Program and Budget Support Senior Consultant