Budget & Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME)

The Army ASA(ALT) support to Foreign Military Sales (FMS) ACES program is seeking a highly skilled Budget & Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide essential support to the program. This position will work directly for the future FMS ACES Program Manager to evaluate and address the cost-to-capability gap using the Technology Business Management (TBM) framework, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the cost of FMS ACES across functional areas. The role involves analyzing IT costs across the enterprise and providing support for cost/benefit evaluations of new capabilities versus alternative solutions or maintaining existing solutions.The ideal candidate will have strong experience in budget management and acquisition processes, a deep understanding of Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and expertise in producing budgetary documents and communications materials for stakeholders. This individual will play a crucial role in developing and managing spend plans and consolidated program budgets, as well as advising on the optimal allocation of resources across various FMS ACES initiatives.

location: Arlington, VA

Hybrid: N/A

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide budget and acquisition expertise to support the FMS ACES program and related projects.
• Address the cost-to-capability gap using the Technology Business Management (TBM) framework, helping to determine the most cost-effective solution for FMS ACES.
• Develop an understanding of the cost of FMS ACES across all functional areas and advise on enterprise-wide IT costs to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead cost/benefit evaluations for new capabilities, comparing the inclusion of new solutions, maintaining existing solutions, or adopting alternative new solutions.
• Develop and manage spend plans and consolidated program budgets, ensuring alignment with overall FMS ACES goals and priorities.
• Prepare and present briefings and communications materials for internal and external stakeholders on budget status, financial forecasts, and other key metrics.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial and acquisition data, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure budgets are appropriately allocated and managed.
• Collaborate with other program managers and stakeholders to provide financial oversight and ensure budget compliance throughout the life of the program.
• Advise the FMS ACES Program Manager on financial trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial performance and program effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Educational Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in budget management, acquisition, and financial analysis, with a specific focus on Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs and IT cost management.
• Strong understanding of Technology Business Management (TBM) and its application in evaluating cost-to-capability gaps and financial decision-making.
• Proven experience in developing and managing spend plans and program budgets for large-scale programs or projects.
• Excellent ability to produce briefings and communications materials (e.g., budget reports, financial forecasts, and consolidated program budgets).
• Proficiency in Excel for financial modeling, analysis, and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within or supporting military or government programs, especially related to FMS or acquisition processes.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Candidates should demonstrate a strong work ethic, possess a collaborative mindset, and be comfortable working in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Army procurement and acquisition regulations is a plus.

Additional Information: This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the financial management and acquisition strategy of the FMS ACES program. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team, helping to shape the financial direction of FMS ACES and ensuring that resources are optimally allocated to meet both current and future program needs.