LMI is seeking a skilled Business Financial Manager to support a Customs and Border Protection customer. Successful LMI Business Financial Manager will demonstrate competency in DHS budget process, financial analysis, SAP, project execution, leadership critical thinking, relationship management, and business growth while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior. This telework position will require 1 day per week on client site in Washington, DC. 

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• Support budget formulation for the CBP client’s programs by compiling estimated costs in the required categories and creating alternative versions to fit specified scenarios
• Collaborate with program staff members to develop resource allocation plans (RAPs) and congressional justifications (CJs)
• Provide analysis and data to ensure that program budgets align with strategic and programmatic goals and adhere to fiscal guidance and DHS and CBP budget policy
• Prepare and enter Purchase Requisition Requests as reflected in Program Spend Plans into Program Office tool (for entry into SAP)
• Maintain program and contractor cost baselines
• Develop, review, and execute project-level spend plans, and conduct recurring reviews of program resource utilization to identify risks/issues that might affect the program’s overall objectives
• Prepare financial reports on the allocation, status, tracking, commitment, obligation, and expenditure of funds
• Prepare and process funding documents, identify program funding variances, recommend appropriate reprogramming actions or corrective actions, and report reconciled status of funds
• Mentor junior budgeting analysts and guide the execution of their duties
• Applies working knowledge of data collection and analysis methods to prepare detailed financial information
• Applies working knowledge of Laws, regulations and related Federal financial management guidance (i.e., Chief Financial Officers Act, OMB Circulars. Treasury or FASAB)
• Applies working knowledge of, and ability to apply, financial concepts and theories to prepare budget exhibits, monitor funds, financial reporting and funds appropriation to solve problems
• Writing and presentation of results and analysis to CBP client management
• Support development of client financial reports
• Assess and review payables for duplicate and error payments
• Rate and cost analysis to support organizational funding efforts
• Database testing of financial data to support system transitions
• Regular coordination with government Budget & Finance Officer and Contracting Officers
• Customer service activities, to include budget/finance process briefings and tailored financial analysis
• Strong quantitative analysis skills and attention to detail, with ability to analyze and forecast trends

• Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.
• Previous work formulating or executing federal government budgets is a plus
• Demonstrate understanding of Acquisition Program Management (MD-102 is a plus)
• Demonstrate understanding of contract management
• Previous work with CBP’s Integrated Surveillance Tower (IST), Mobile Systems, Subterranean, Communications Command & Control (C3) portfolios is a plus.
• ~10-12 years relevant work experience and a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Relevant certification such as Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is desired.
• Experience working with financial management software and tools such as SAP and INVEST.
• Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, effectively solve problems, and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to manage quick-turnaround tasks and be very detailed-oriented.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.

Targeted Salary Range: $89,000-$155,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer” all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.