Budget Analyst

IN Auditor of State; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a Budget Analyst for the Department of Child Services in Indianapolis. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing budgets and financial records, facilitating sound financial management, and contributing to the agency's goals. A bachelor's degree and expertise in PeopleSoft systems, alongside strong analytical and communication skills, are essential for this role. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Wellness Rewards Program

Deferred compensation plan with employer match

Pension plan options

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Extensive working knowledge of PeopleSoft HR and Financials with a focus on budgeting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex grant and budgeting issues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee assigned federal and state budgets.
• Perform strategic financial analysis for agency decisions.
• Assist in agency budget development and implementation.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PeopleSoft HR

PeopleSoft Financials

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Department of Child Services (DCS):

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana’s most critical missions!

The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon ourMVPfoundation:

Mission: Champion Indiana’s future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.
Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.
Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.

Role Overview:

The Budget Analyst monitors and oversees assigned federal and state budgets. This may include grants. You will prepare and maintain financial records, develop and drive process improvements, and ensure alignment with agency goals, state guidelines, and federal regulations. You will assist internal and external customers in creating sound financial management of all resources.

This position is in the central DCS office in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $67,314 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Use ourCompensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Provide quality monitoring of budgets, reporting, and utilization of assigned federal and state grants in coordination with Budget Analyst E7.
• Perform strategic financial analysis to support agency decisions related to procurement, contracting, personnel, cost allocation, and overall fiscal strategy aligned with agency goals.
• Assist agency budget development and implementation to ensure alignment of cascading goals.
• Create fiscal impact statements and cost-benefit analysis for proposed changes in state laws, regulations, and agency policy and practice.
• Develop strategies, projections, and analytic reports to inform division and agency goals and objectives.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls are in place for related processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:

• Require extensive working knowledge of PeopleSoft HR, PeopleSoft Financials, including Query Manager, SCM and Journal Entry.
• Must possess excellent communication skills in both individual and group settings.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
• Must possess the ability to understand and integrate independently complex and sophisticated concepts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of agency operations, functions, and principles of management and administration.
• Ability to establish goals, plan activities, coordinate work, evaluate effectiveness, and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Extensive knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials and Time and Labor.
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on providing quality customer service.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and how they apply to financial management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex grant, budgeting, and fiscal analysis issues.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain efficiency and accuracy.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributions
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department [e-mail].