Budget Analyst

Oklahoma AG; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Employment Security Commission is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Budget - OESC team in Oklahoma City. This role involves compiling data, analyzing revenues and expenditures, and preparing budget estimates and proposals for review.

Requires a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting, or finance, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This is a full-time, on-site position with standard government benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting or finance.
• Strong skills in budget analysis and data interpretation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Compiles data related to agency financial transactions and operations, revenues and expenditures.
• Analyzes financial information concerning personnel, capital projects, supplies and equipment, and other expenses; determines budgetary requirements.
• Prepares budget estimates and proposals; conducts research on factors affecting budget requirements.
• Reviews revenue projections and matches projected revenue to expenditures; recommends changes as needed.
• Engages in collaborative tasks with department and staff to support budgeting goals.

Skills

Budget analysis

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Teams)

Job description

Budget Analyst Agency

Job Posting Title Budget Analyst Agency 290 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY COMMISSION Supervisory Organization Budget - OESC Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Annual Salary - $42,559.00; Hourly - $20.46 ($20.461058)

Job Description

If applicable, please upload a copy of your two most recent performance reviews along with your resume. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer at the time of application. The agency is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Job Type/Salary/Location

Full-time Vacancies: One Salary: $42,559.00 annual; $20.46 ($20.461058) hourly Primary Working Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Oklahoma City, OK Supervisory: Not Applicable

Benefits

The State of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Position Essential Functions

Compiles data related to agency financial transactions and operations, revenues and expenditures.

Analyzes financial information concerning personnel, capital projects, supplies and equipment, professional services, and other expenses; determines budgetary requirements by function and activity.

Participates in surveys, studies, meetings and legislative hearings concerning agency financial requirements; provides assistance to agency managers and supervisors in preparing budget estimates and proposals; conducts research and analysis on proposed legislation or other factors affecting budget requirements.

Reviews revenue projections from appropriations, fees, taxes, tolls and other sources; matches projected revenue to projected expenditures; makes recommendations concerning changes in program goals, workloads, staffing patterns, funds distribution and other areas; identifies needs for changes in various sources of revenue.

Develops agency budget work programs, including justification; prepares proposed legislation.

Engage in collaborative tasks that further the objectives of both the department and the agency.

Follow the required OESC's safety / security protocols.

On-site attendance is an essential function of the position, as the role requires direct interaction with staff, clients, and on-site office resources. These job functions, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Valued Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Abilities

Knowledge of - the principles and practices of organization and management; of public administration; of methods and techniques for conducting research and analysis; of various sources of revenue available to governmental agencies; of typical expenditures required to provide governmental services; of the principles and practices of governmental accounting and budgeting; of program evaluation techniques; of services which can be provided by other sources, including the private sector; and of the legislative process.

Skill and Competencies - excellent verbal and written communication skills expressing ideas clearly and concisely.

Ability to - review and analyze financial data; to establish realistic budget goals, to organize and present facts and opinions accurately, to analyze and understand agency goals and objectives; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Work is typically performed in the office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to noise levels determined by the office environment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to talk, stand, bend, walk, and reach with hands and arms requiring periods of sitting or standing and daily use of computer and phone. It also requires the occasional use of office machinery in accordance with safety and security protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, economics, accounting or finance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in one of the above areas.

Special Skills/Requirements

Computer Skills - Employee must be capable of proficiently using OESC's standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams), and the Internet, as well as proficiency to learn other software as needed. Employee must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 25 pounds. Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position.

Accommodation Statement

OESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Agency Information

Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here.

Other Information

Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.