Budget Analyst

Budget Analyst About the Role

Overview:

Our client is seeking a Budget Analyst to provide strategic financial support across multiple programs and departments. This individual will play a key role in budget development, analysis, and ongoing financial tracking, working closely with leadership to ensure budgets are aligned, accurate, and optimized. This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams including HR and program leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic support across programs, including analysis of: Program effectiveness Service delivery methods Participant data and program reach Conduct detailed personnel cost analysis and projections (current and future year scenarios) Analyze non-personnel expenditures to assess effectiveness and cost efficiency Identify and track grant funding and revenue within budget areas Partner with leadership to monitor, explain, and adjust budget variances Evaluate new policies/programs for financial impact and provide recommendations Ensure financial processes are aligned with budget expectations and compliance standards Support budget development cycles (FY end 6/30) Track and monitor execution-year funding and budget performance Prepare unfunded requirement documentation with fiscal impact analysis Create and maintain budget tools, trackers, and templates Collaborate with HR and program teams on employee allocations and cost management Upload and maintain budgets within internal systems

Qualifications:

Experience in budget analysis, forecasting, and financial planning Martus budgeting software experience required Experience with: Blackbaud Financial Edge (accounting softare) Kissflow (procurement software) Strong Excel skills, including: VLOOKUPs Pivot Tables Experience working with multiple departments and leadership teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on cost reduction and efficiency

Additional Details:

Budget cycle: Fiscal Year End 6/30 (currently preparing FY budget) Heavy collaboration with leadership, HR, and program teams Opportunity to present and review findings with leadership and potentially the Board 1456456_1776978464