Budget Analyst; Fiscal Analyst - Hybrid

This position is for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and deadlines matter. In this role you will support budget development, analyze fiscal data, and collaborate with senior fiscal analysts to solve complex challenges. Apply today!

The Budget Analyst will assist with agency budget development, perform analyses of financial data, maintain records, and prepare financial reports. This position coordinates with senior fiscal analysts to analyze fiscal, policy, and operational issues.

• Be responsible for projecting and monitoring small agency programs in collaboration with the division Administrator, division managers, and the Chief Financial Officer.
• Assist in developing and maintaining agency wide budget and financial reporting tools.
• Manage and coordinate budget record retention files.
• Coordinate monthly with accounting and program staff to obtain expenditure and revenue data.
• Prepare, monitor, and maintain monthly financial reports.
• Coordinate with accounting staff to identify and reconcile discrepancies in financial data.
• Set up and maintain the agency’s legislative bill tracking system; monitor and update the tracker and send notifications to internal bill stakeholders as needed.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Public or Non-Profit Management, Finance, Accounting or a related degree (such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Economics or other analytical or technical degree) OR;
• Three years experience in management, policy or program analysis, or technical-level budgetary support activities.

• Exceptional attention to detail by ensuring accuracy, catching errors, and applying thorough methods to double-check work.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt style to the audience and explain complex data effectively.
• Highly flexible with the ability to remain focused and efficient in changing environments.
• Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure timely completion of tasks in a fast‑paced fiscal environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel with experience using financial systems and reporting tools, and skilled at leveraging technology to improve processes.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion.

• A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
• Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.
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• Required:
  
  Attach a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must not exceed two pages. Please make sure your cover letter clearly addresses the desired attributes and minimum qualifications you have under the “What We Are Looking For” section above. Please upload your documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of the application. In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the desired attributes and required minimum qualifications to determine who to interview.
• External Applicants:
  Click on the “Apply” link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date. Please use your preferred name on application materials.
• Current State of Oregon employees (this includes temporary employees):
  Apply through your employee Workday account. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up‑to‑date and reflects your current position.
• Important:
  Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

The Oregon Employment Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Oregon Employment Department, we foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking.

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