--- title: 'Budget Analyst at CSCI Consulting' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/budget-analyst-csci-consulting-scott-air-force-base-d0491e9v1w9q' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-05' --- # Budget Analyst at CSCI Consulting - **Company:** CSCI Consulting - **Location:** Scott Air Force Base, IL - **Posted:** 2026-08-24 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/csciconsulting/jobs/5399893008 ## Job description Job Description CSCI is seeking a Budget Analyst to support Department of War (DoW) Financial Management and budget execution operations. The Budget Analyst will provide budget formulation, execution, funds management, financial analysis, audit readiness, and reporting support while working closely with government financial managers, resource advisors, program offices, and senior leadership. This role supports the development and execution of spend plans, preparation of Budget Estimate Submissions (BES), monthly Status of Funds reporting, accrual processing, financial reconciliations, and audit readiness activities to ensure effective stewardship of federal resources and compliance with DoD financial management regulations. ## Responsibilities - Develop, analyze, maintain, and execute annual and multi-year spend plans - Support Budget Estimate Submission (BES), Program Budget Reviews (PBRs), and budget formulation activities - Prepare monthly Status of Funds (SOF) reports and provide detailed execution analysis - Prepare and validate monthly accruals to support accurate financial reporting - Reduce prior-year documents on the Open Document List (ODL) and support Unliquidated Obligation (ULO) reviews and reconciliations - Monitor commitments, obligations, expenditures, and balances to ensure proper funds execution and compliance with appropriations law - Conduct budget and financial analyses to identify funding risks, execution issues, and opportunities for process improvements - Develop financial reports, executive summaries, dashboards, and briefing materials for government leadership - Respond to budget data calls and ad hoc financial reporting requirements - Support fiscal year-end closeout activities and audit readiness initiatives - Analyze and reconcile financial discrepancies, accounting errors, and funding issues - Collaborate with government stakeholders, resource managers, and program offices to support resource planning and execution decisions - Participate in working groups, budget reviews, governance meetings, and execution briefings ## Minimum Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related discipline - Three (3) or more years of experience supporting federal financial management, budgeting, accounting, or funds management activities - Experience supporting budget execution, funds control, and financial reporting processes - Experience preparing or supporting spend plans, monthly accruals, Status of Funds (SOF) reporting, and/or Budget Estimate Submissions (BES) - Working knowledge of DoD Financial Management Regulations (FMR), federal budgeting principles, and appropriations law - Experience performing financial analyses, reconciliations, and budget execution reporting - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis - Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, executive briefings, and financial documentation - Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance - Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving - Ability to work with clients to understand their needs - Strong organizational and time-management skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Professional presence ## Preferred Skills - Active Secret Security Clearance - Experience supporting Air Force, Defense Agency, Combatant Command, or other DoW financial management organizations - Experience with Working Capital Fund (WCF) or reimbursable funding environments - Experience supporting audit readiness, internal controls, corrective action plans, and financial compliance initiatives - Proficiency with: Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), Defense Travel System (DTS), ADVANA, Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), Electronic Document Access (EDA,)SharePoint, Microsoft Excel (Advanced) - Experience developing executive-level reports, dashboards, and financial metrics - Knowledge of fiscal year closeout procedures, ODL management, ULO reconciliation, and budget execution oversight - Professional certifications such as Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) - Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently - Strong customer and vendor relationship skills - Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies - Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value - Past experience working with a Federal - Department of War experience is a plus! ## About CSCI CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed! At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again! ## Benefits of Working at CSCI - Competitive salaries - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package - Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar - Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance - 401(k) retirement plan - Team building events - Professional development support Legal CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to HR@csciconsulting.com with any questions. ## Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team. E-Verify CSCI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information, please visit [www.dhs.gov/E-Verify](http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify). California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant: - Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process. - Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process. - Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies. - Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law. For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI’s HR team. Disclaimer The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job. ## About CSCI Consulting ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: CSCI Consulting is a nationally recognized IT, financial management, and management consulting firm that delivers project lifecycle support and enterprise solutions to federal, state, and commercial clients. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States - **Founded**: 2002 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Financial Management, Enterprise IT - Target customers: Federal and state government agencies, commercial organizations; B2B, government & enterprise - Mission or purpose statement: “To deliver exceptional value by staying agile and responsive to our clients’ evolving needs, prioritizing the best teams in the industry to achieve exceptional results and uphold a reputation for excellence, integrity, and client satisfaction.” - Vision: “To deliver exceptional services to our clients with the agility and passion of a true challenger, proving that innovation, customer-centricity, and dedication are more powerful than size.” - Core motto: “Do what is right, always.” ## Products & Services - **Financial Management**: Supporting entities in achieving financial transparency, audit readiness, remediation, and sustainment goals within accelerated time frames. - **Enterprise IT**: Improving technical environments through client partnerships to ensure the highest level of project success. - **Management Solutions**: Offering extensive capabilities in project life-cycle management support and analysis. All services are delivered via consulting engagements rather than packaged software. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue: ~$13.2M USD (latest estimate); Total Funding: Not applicable (bootstrapped/private) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly available; clients include DFAS, Booz Allen Hamilton, Accenture, Deloitte, US Army, General Dynamics Information Technology (based on talent sources) - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 87 employees (yearly growth of -9.0% decline as of latest data); presence in Canada; recent departures of senior staff; leadership team remains stable. ## Competitive Advantages - Deep domain expertise in federal financial management and IT modernization with a 20+ year track record. - Strong culture of integrity and client satisfaction, encapsulated in the motto “Do what is right, always.” - Agile, challenger mindset competing against larger firms: “innovation, customer-centricity, and dedication are more powerful than size.” - High employee rating (4.5/5.0 on LinkedIn) with excellent work-life balance (4.6) and culture (4.5). ## Strategic Focus - Continue serving federal, state, and commercial clients in high-stakes environments requiring clarity, accountability, and results. - Build teams that combine deep institutional knowledge with fresh thinking. - Emphasize client partnerships and disciplined execution over scale. ## Why Work Here - Culture highlights: Open, honest atmosphere built on trust and communication; focus on teamwork, accessibility, support, and fun; regular team-building events and employee parties. - Remote/hybrid/office policy: Not explicitly stated, but HQ and offices in Indianapolis area; likely hybrid/onsite based on local presence. - Notable perks: Competitive salaries, 15 days PTO + 11 paid holidays, full health benefits (medical, dental, vision), 401K retirement plan, company swag. - Engineering culture: Emphasis on empowerment and personal growth; tech stack includes Java, React, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Git, Ansible, among others. - Employee reviews highlight high satisfaction with work-life balance (4.6), compensation (4.0), career development (4.1). ## Sources 1. [csciconsulting.com](https://www.csciconsulting.com/) 2. [csciconsulting.com - About/Overview](https://www.csciconsulting.com/about/overview/) 3. [csciconsulting.com - Careers Overview](https://www.csciconsulting.com/careers/overview/) 4. 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