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Cherokee Federal

Budget Analyst – Financial Management Support

Cherokee Federal

. Assist in financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting, with a strong ability to manage data and utilize government automated systems. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SharePoint, with a solid understanding of financial regulations and the construction-related discipline.

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Financial AnalysisData ManagementMicrosoft ExcelNexGen ITSharePoint

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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingForecastingTrend AnalysisVariance AnalysisData EntryROI AnalysisBudgetingQuantitative AnalysisProject Data ValidationForm Development
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailMulti-taskingAnalytical SkillsCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft OutlookFM SuiteAdobe AcrobatMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
Certifications & Qualifications
CAC Card Eligibility
Industry Keywords
Construction-related DisciplineGovernment Automated SystemsFinancial RegulationsPlanning & Design FundingContract Acquisition Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Assist in financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting
  • Support senior analysts and managers in making strategic financial decisions
  • Manage SharePoint sites
  • Develop weekly announcements using PDF forms
  • Perform data entry and analysis
  • Conduct trend analysis
  • Interact with government personnel
  • Forecast potential funding impacts
  • Draft formal memos
  • Validate project data and perform updates in government systems including NexGen IT, FM Suite, and Microsoft Access
  • Manage Microsoft Outlook workflow
  • Conduct variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting
  • Prepare financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for management review
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
  • Evaluate investment opportunities and conduct ROI analysis
  • Provide insights and recommendations to optimize business performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and support business initiatives
  • Adhere to financial regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Assist with finance department process improvements
  • Support senior financial analysts and managers in various financial activities
  • Assist with ad hoc financial projects and tasks
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
  • Serve Cherokee Federal, a tribally owned federal contracting company division focused on serving federal clients and government missions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • US Citizen required
  • Must be able to obtain a CAC Card
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
  • 3 years’ experience in data management/analysis
  • 6 years’ related work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
  • 4 years’ related work experience and an associate’s degree may be substituted for a Bachelor's
  • Experience must be in construction-related discipline
  • Experience with the AF Design and Construction Programs
  • Experience with government automated systems including NexGen IT and FM Suite is desired
  • Experience with SharePoint
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Basic understanding of Programming Thresholds and Approval Authorities
  • Basic understanding of Planning & Design and Operation & Maintenance funding
  • Basic understanding of Contract Acquisition process
  • Knowledge of Microsoft suite, highly proficient in Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge in Adobe Acrobat including form development and maintenance
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent quantitative and numerical skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software
  • Ability to analyze complex financial data and derive actionable insights
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
  • Ability to work with large datasets and perform quantitative analysis
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Other possible benefits as provided
  • Full-time benefits
  • Military-friendly employer
  • Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply