Budget Analyst

ccwny; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

25 PTO days per year

Health, dental & vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

FSA option

HSA option with HDHP

EAP

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is seeking a skilled Budget Analyst to join our Finance team. This role supports the Director of Planning and Budget in preparing budgets, advising on financial plans, and identifying cost savings to improve efficiency.

We require a Bachelor's in finance or accounting, 5–7 years in finance or budgeting, and preferably a CPA. Strong Excel, Power BI, and financial systems experience is essential. Applicants must reside in New York State.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related major.
• 5–7 years of relevant budgeting/finance experience.
• CPA preferred, equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Uses cost-benefit analysis to review funding requests and explore alternatives.
• Reviews budgets, researches economic trends affecting expenditures.
• Prepares budget requests and justifications for leadership.
• Analyzes accounting records to determine resources for programs.
• Recommends fund approvals or disapprovals and advises on costs.

Skills

Budget forecasting

Cost-benefit analysis

Variance analysis

Financial data interpretation

Identify inefficiencies

Cost saving strategies

Budget prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Advanced Excel

Power BI

MIP/ADP

Job description

Overview

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Budget Analyst to join our Finance team. This position supports the Director of Planning and Budget in their work. The role analyzes, advises, and provides technical assistance in preparing budgets. It reviews proposed financial plans for completeness, accuracy, conformance with established procedures, regulations, and organizational objectives, and seeks new ways to improve efficiency and lower costs.

Catholic Charities is a non‑profit human services agency that strives to empower individuals, children, and families across the eight counties of Western New York. For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities of Buffalo has provided HOPE to individuals and families of all faiths, backgrounds, and circumstances.

As the most comprehensive provider of human services in Western New York, Catholic Charities delivers wide‑ranging programs to address systemic poverty, sudden financial crisis, hunger, behavioral health, workforce readiness, family stability, legal immigration and resettlement, and help for older adults. As a trauma‑informed agency, we strive to support the total wellbeing of clients and employees.

Catholic Charities prioritizes wellness and diversity through various committees such as: CARE (Compassion, Acceptance, Respect for Everyone); Trauma‑Informed Care (TIC); Wellbeing; and Safety, all of which foster an inclusive, supportive, and safe environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Employs cost-benefit analysis to review financial requests, assess program trade-offs, and explore alternative funding methods.
• Examines past and current budgets and researches economic and financial developments that affect budget expenditures.
• Evaluates budget in terms of organizational priorities and financial resources.
• Assists in the preparation and justification of budget requests.
• Analyzes accounting records to determine financial resources required to implement the program and submits recommendations for budget allocations.
• Recommends approval or disapproval of requests for funds.
• Advises staff on cost analysis.
• Complies with the Agency's Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to your job duties.
• Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCB's corporate compliance and ethics program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related major
• CPA preferred, but applicants with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in finance, budgeting, accounting, or a related field

Analytical & Quantitative Skills

• Budget forecasting and modeling
• Cost-benefit analysis
• Variance analysis (planned vs. actual spending)
• Ability to interpret financial datasets.
• Identify financial inefficiencies
• Recommend cost‑saving strategies
• Manage competing budget priorities

Financial & Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of budgeting processes, financial reporting, and accounting principles
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, modeling)
• Financial systems (i.e., MIP, ADP)
• Data tools (Power BI)

Broad Communication Skills

• Translate financial data, write budget reports, and present recommendations to leadership

Attention to Detail

• Accuracy in financial reporting, compliance with regulations and policies

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 13 paid holidays
• 25 PTO days per year (pro‑rated first year)
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision coverage for full‑time employees
• Employer‑paid life insurance (full‑time)
• Ancillary benefit offerings
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with HDHP enrollment
• Employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (eligible after first pay period) with employer contribution after six months

Applicants must reside in New York State to be considered.

Compensation range may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Catholic Charities of Buffalo is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Catholic Charities of Buffalo will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].