Budget Manager Jobs in New Jersey

A Budget Manager in the finance industry is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the financial budget of an organization. This includes analyzing financial data, forecasting future financial needs, overseeing expenditures, evaluating budget proposals, and preparing budget reports. They play a vital role in ensuring the financial stability of an organization, helping to guide future financial decisions. A Budget Manager may also be involved in creating financial models, tracking actual expenditure against budget, and identifying any financial risks or opportunities.

Important skills for a Budget Manager include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. A strong understanding of financial regulations and standards is also important. They should be proficient in financial software and have excellent mathematical skills. Certifications such as Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Budget Manager, a person may have roles such as Financial Analyst, Budget Analyst or Finance Manager.

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Modelling/Forecasting Specialist

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $86,840 - $139,360 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Budget Analyst

  • Lakehurst, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Lakehurst, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Budget Analyst Job Category: Finance and Accounting Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel:...

Modelling/Forecasting Specialist - Treasury Support & Solutions

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Work Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $95,264 - $155,376 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Manager Forecasting

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Please note that this position is based in either San Diego, CA, or Princeton, NJ. Acadia's hybrid model requires this role to work in our office three days per week on average. Position Summary...

Food Service Fiscal Manager

  • West Orange, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Food Service Fiscal Manager Employer West Orange Public Schools Location West Orange, NJ, US Salary Competitive categories Employer West Orange Public Schools Location West Orange, NJ, US Salary...

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Licensing

  • Nutley, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Nutley, NJ
  • 16 days ago

planning and analysis, reporting and performance management, preferably within the retail apparel industry Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills Expert financial planning and modeling...

Executive Assistant & Budget Manager Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Department Admission Category Administrative Support Job Type Full-Time Overview The executive assistant and budget manager provides executive administrative support and serves as an administrative...

Executive Assistant & Budget Manager

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The executive assistant and budget manager provides executive administrative support and serves as an administrative partner to the dean of admission and financial aid....

Principal Fiscal Analyst (NBOE)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Non Instructional - All Titles/ Principal Fiscal Analyst Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Budget - 305    NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES 765 BROAD STREET,...

Forecast Analyst - Somerset, NJ - Hybrid

  • Franklin, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Who We Are Gilchrist & Soames, a division of Guest Worldwide, is a global personal care manufacturer that combines its industry leading hotel amenity manufacturing capabilities with a passion for...

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Budget Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Budgeting and Finance for Public Libraries
Understand financial concepts as well as effective practices in budgeting and auditing for library managers at all levels. Money isnt generally the first topic that comes to mind when thinking...
Finance Fundamentals: Financial Planning and Budgeting
This online courses explore how current economic conditions impact household finances, before showing you how to manage yours more effectively. You will find out whether you have bad financial...
Fundamentals of Financial Mathematics and Capital Budgeting
Get introduced to the determinants of value, foundations of financial markets, and capital budgeting. This course begins with a look at the determinants of value. We will cover two main approaches...

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Salary for Budget Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Budget Managers in New Jersey 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 Managers in New Jersey
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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