Budget Analyst

Announcement Number: Paris- & 031THiring Agency: Embassy ParisPosition Title: Budget AnalystOpen Period: 05/13/2026 - 05/27/2026Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+2Series/Grade: LE - 0405 7/8Salary: EUR €42,161 per yearWork Schedule: Full-time – 35 hours per weekPromotion Potential: LE-8 (Employees hired at a training grade must complete 52 weeks of successful performance to be eligible for the next grade)

Overview

The U.S. Mission in France is seeking a Budget Analyst to oversee portfolio budgets and support interagency operations. The position is open to the public.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

The U.S. Mission in France is seeking qualified applicants for a Budget Analyst position within the Financial Section .

Responsibilities

Budget and Financial Management

• Prepare and execute the budget for a portfolio totaling $8.7 million in current year funds and $33 million in prior year funds.
• Record obligations, monitor funds control levels, and track expenditures to ensure accurate processing.
• Take corrective actions as needed to maintain compliance with U.S. Government appropriation law and agency-specific policies.
• Review and maintain accounting records in accordance with federal standards.

Database Administration

• Maintain and enhance the database for the 4th of July event and Suspense Deposit Abroad (SDA) Accounts.

Interagency Support

• Provide accounting assistance to non‑serviced agencies.
• All selected candidates must obtain and hold a Public Trust (Low Risk‑Non‑Sensitive) security clearance.
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre‑employment medical exam.
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within 12 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications.

Requirements

• Education: A university degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, and financial systems at grade 8 level, or two (2) years at grade 7 level.
• Security clearance: All selected candidates must obtain and hold a Public Trust (Low Risk‑Non‑Sensitive) security clearance and undergo a background investigation.
• Start‑up: Must be able to begin working within 12 weeks of receiving authorization.

Languages

• English: Good working knowledge – speaking, reading, writing.
• French: Good working knowledge – speaking, reading, writing.

Job Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of mathematics and logic principles.
• Good knowledge of accounting and vouchering concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (data modeling) and Power BI for reporting.
• Basic understanding of interpersonal and diplomatic relationships.
• Knowledge of local laws and procedures related to job duties.

Skills and Abilities

• Work independently and follow through on analytical work with minimal supervision.
• Effectively analyze, conceptualize, articulate, and communicate complex data orally and in writing.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to facilitate information exchange at working level.
• Self‑starter with ability to upskill and integrate new software tools proactively.

Salary and Compensation Details

• Annual gross salary: €42,161, inclusive of profit‑sharing allowance, vacation allowance, bonus allowance, and Comité d’Entreprise allowance.
• Meal tickets: Face value €8.25/day, 60% paid by U.S. Government; employee contribution €3.30 per ticket; limited to 202 workdays per year.
• Transportation: Reimbursement of 50% of public transportation pass costs.
• Holidays: U.S. Missions observe 11 U.S. holidays and up to 10 French holidays.

Benefits

• A rewarding work environment focused on bilateral relations.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful and diverse projects.
• Inter‑agency awards program to recognize outstanding contributions.
• Special leave: 5 days per year for caring for a sick family member (with documentation).
• Employee onboarding program.