Budget Analyst

Lamar Consolidated ISD; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Consolidated ISD seeks a Budget Analyst to assist in developing and analyzing district budgets, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. You will prepare and disseminate budget reports, assist in grant applications, and support campus and administration budgets.

Required are a Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or related field, and a Texas driver’s license. Experience in school district accounting and strong analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in school district accounting, auditing, and governmental accounting.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration or related field preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and eligibility for district vehicle insurance program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing budget development tools for district staff.
• Help prepare federal/state budgets, program worksheets, staffing allocations, and reports.
• Assist in grant applications, amendments with granting agencies, and compliance reports.
• Review annual expenditure trends and report results to the Director of Budget.
• Monitor Plan4Learning software, reconciling Title and State budgets.
• Develop budgets with campus leaders and ensure TEA compliance.

Skills

School finance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree+

Tools

Plan4Learning

Job description

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To assist in the development and technical compilation of the annual budget. Provide budgetary analysis and support campus and administration. Develop and disseminate budgetary reports and related information to appropriate users. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies, procedures, and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist supervisor(s) in the preparation of budget development tools for use by district staff in building campus/department federal and state program budgets.
• Assist supervisor(s) with preparation of federal and state budgets, program worksheets, staffing allocation spreadsheets, reallocation amendments and other required reports.
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications, amendments with granting agencies, and compliance reports.
• Review annual expenditure trends and report results to the Director of Budget
• Review and monitor Plan4Learning software reconciling Title and State Comp Ed budgets
• Assist campus leaders and other staff in developing, reviewing, and maintaining budgets and verifying completeness, accuracy, and compliance with TEA guidelines and regulations.
• Analyze monthly campus budgets, expenditures, and funds available and provide reports to campuses and departments.
• Prepare analytical analyses of financial data to indicate trends and analyze program/grant issues; develop charts/graphs of same.
• Perform analysis of district and campus actual versus budget performance on a bi-weekly basis.
• Analyze, submit, and post ongoing federal budget adjustments, including position budget impacts, while adhering to FASRG coding accuracy.
• Ensure that payroll allocations are accurate & supported by salary authorizations, payroll records & certifications of time worked.
• Monitor position allocations and expenditures to ensure allocations are accurate and within budget limits
• Assist with department training during budget development and throughout the fiscal year.
• Keep abreast of technical and state regulations related to funding and program mandates.
• Enforce procedures to address and report fraud, waste, and abuse of public funds.
• Attendance at work is an essential function.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in school district accounting, auditing, and accounting procedures and other qualifications in governmental accounting as deemed necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, business administration or related degree preferred
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Eligible for coverage under the District's vehicle insurance program

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of school finance, budgets, accounting system, and office management techniques and procedures
• Must attain a working knowledge of all state laws and regulations pertaining to the reporting of financial information to state, federal, and local agencies
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills and the ability to exercise judgment in decision making
• Strong presentation, organizational, documentation and training skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, or governmental laws and regulations

OTHER INFORMATION:

Working Conditions

Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to concentrate (detailed work), communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; reason, understand verbal instructions, analyze, and differentiate, memorize, read, coordinate district functions, compile, compute, instruct, and maintain emotional control under stress.

Light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speech, visual acuity, driving, travel (occasional in district travel), inside.

JOB CONTACT INFORMATION:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

GROUP / GRADE: Wage/Hour Status: Exempt; Reports To: Director of Budget; Date Revised: June 2026