Budget Analyst

position summary

the budget analyst will assist in preparing and organizing the state's annual budget by gathering financial data, creating projections, and analyzing historical data to ensure accurate and effective budget planning. Collaborate with department managers to gather relevant data for the creation of department-specific budgets, ensuring alignment with overall state financial goals. Prepare budget reports and present financial summaries to support strategic decision-making for budget allocations.

Conduct financial analysis to determine budget trends and help identify areas for cost-saving or reallocation of resources. Prepare and maintain financial reports that detail the department's budgetary status, including income, expenditures, and forecasts. Ensure the department's budget complies with relevant laws, regulations, and policies regarding financial management and reporting.

the budget analyst will assist in preparing and organizing the state's annual budget by gathering financial data, creating projections, and analyzing historical data to ensure accurate and effective budget planning. Collaborate with department managers to gather relevant data for the creation of department-specific budgets, ensuring alignment with overall state financial goals. Prepare budget reports and present financial summaries to support strategic decision-making for budget allocations.

Conduct financial analysis to determine budget trends and help identify areas for cost-saving or reallocation of resources. Prepare and maintain financial reports that detail the department's budgetary status, including income, expenditures, and forecasts. Ensure the department's budget complies with relevant laws, regulations, and policies regarding financial management and reporting.

• monitors expenditures and appropriations in aasis.
• assists with the aop and biennial budget process for designated programs.
• prepare monthly financial reports for designated programs.
• providing financial analysis and strategic input to facilitate high-level decision-making by management.
• communicates complex cost accounting concepts to management and staff.
• reports and explains cost allocations and budget decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
• process payments for grant recipients.
• assists with setting up vendors in aasis and resolving payment issues.
• other duties as assigned.

job series: budget

classification: budget analyst – career path

class code: fbu
01p

pay grade: sgs
07

salary range: $57,351- $84,879

the budget analyst plays a vital role in assisting with the development, implementation, and analysis of a department’s budget. This position supports the preparation of financial documents, ensures compliance with state regulations, and monitors departmental spending to optimize the allocation of state resources. The budget analyst will work closely with senior financial staff and department heads to provide insights into budgetary performance and make recommendations for improvements.

assist in preparing and organizing the state’s annual budget by gathering financial data, creating projections, and analyzing historical data to ensure accurate and effective budget planning. Collaborate with department managers to gather relevant data for the creation of department-specific budgets, ensuring alignment with overall state financial goals. Prepare budget reports and present financial summaries to support strategic decision-making for budget allocations.

Conduct financial analysis to determine budget trends, and help identify areas for cost-saving or reallocation of resources. Prepare and maintain financial reports that detail the department’s budgetary status, including income, expenditures, and forecasts. Ensure the department’s budget complies with relevant laws, regulations, and policies regarding financial management and reporting.

strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess financial data, identify trends, and make…