Budget Analyst Jobs

A Budget Analyst in the finance industry is responsible for helping organizations, both public and private, organize their finances. The professional evaluates budget proposals and funding requests, conducts cost-benefit analyses to determine the most cost-effective solutions, and establishes and enforces budget guidelines and procedures. The analyst then prepares regular reports detailing the organization's financial status and communicates their findings to management and stakeholders. They also review and monitor spending to ensure it remains within budget. They offer guidance and technical assistance when preparing budgets, review budget proposals, and prepare financial analysis reports.

Potential Budget Analysts should have strong skills in numerical computation, analysis, problem-solving, and communication. They should also possess a keen understanding of financial forecasting and data analysis. Holding a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) credential can be beneficial, though it's not a strict requirement. A Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field is often required, but many employers prefer candidates with an MBA or related advanced degree. Before becoming a Budget Analyst, potential candidates often gain experience in roles such as Financial Analyst, Accounting Analyst, or Cost Estimator.

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Fiscal Operations Manager Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission (NWARPC) NWARPC Fiscal Operations Manager is responsible for direct oversight of NWARPC’s financial system, including the...

Financial Analyst – High-Growth, PE-Backed Company We're partnering with a fast-growing, PE-backed company in Calabasas seeking a sharp, high-potential Financial Analyst to join their 4-person...

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Revenue Cycle Manager

The Revenue Cycle Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire revenue cycle process within our organization. This role ensures the efficient and accurate billing and coding of patient...

Budget Analyst, Clinical Trials Unit (Hybrid)

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 hours ago

A Brief Overview Develops budgets for over 30 industry sponsored clinical trials a year based on an analysis of one time and per patient personnel, procedure and supply costs. What You Will Do...

Budget Analyst 4

  • Branch, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Branch, LA
  • 3 hours ago

The Division of Administration/Office of Finance and Support Services has a vacancy. This position is located in the Budget Section. This job title has an assigned pay grade of AS-618. AN IDEAL...

Financial Planning Analyst Sr

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago

Overview Financial Planning Analysis Analyst Sr....

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Finance Operations & Budget Manager

  • Longwood, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Longwood, FL
  • 3 hours ago

The Finance Operations and Budget Manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the Citys daily financial operations and managing the annual operating and capital budget...

Budget Manager

  • Roseville, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 3 hours ago

If you're experienced in strategic financial planning, process improvement, and building agency-wide relationships, our city needs you....

Fiscal Analyst 4

  • Forks, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Forks, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)** **Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly** **Recruitment extended! Review of applications is ongoing. **We reserve...

Budget Analyst - Public Safety & Criminal Justice

  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 hours ago

.** The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Budget Analyst performs evaluations, assesses agency and program performance, researches and develops budget and policy recommendations, communicates in writing...

Fiscal Manager (80174) New

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

Fiscal Manager (80174) Salary See Position Description Location Honolulu, HI Job Type Full-Time Permanent Job Number 2025-01439 Department Honolulu Community College Division Administrative...

Budget Analyst - Columbus

  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago

Budget Analyst - Columbus Georgia - Muscogee - Columbus NEW Financial Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Georgia Department of - DBHDD 2 days ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up...

Fiscal Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Advertisement Closes 7/3/2025 (8:00 PM EDT) 25-03543 Fiscal Manager Pay Grade 16 Salary $54,144.48 Annually Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0...

Fiscal Manager

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago

FISCAL MANAGER DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing the accounting and fiscal management functions of a local...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Senior Budget Analyst- PN: 20067496 (250004O9) Senior Budget Analyst- PN: 20067496 (250004O9) Organization: Workers' Compensation Agency Contact Name and Information: Matthew Palte- HCM Sr....

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Salary for Budget Analyst Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Budget Analysts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
42.8%
Associate's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Budget Analysts
2-4 years
42.4%
1-2 years
19.8%
4-6 years
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
8-10 years
7.5%
6-8 years
3.3%
None
2.2%
10+ years
1.8%


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