Budget Analyst - Finance (21)

Center for Family Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO) program

401k Plan

Medical insurance plan options

Life Insurance

Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A non-profit organization in New Jersey is looking for a Budget Analyst to manage financial tracking and support programs efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and have 2-5 years of experience with budgeting and expense reports. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong analytical skills are essential. This role offers a dynamic workplace with excellent benefits, aiming to contribute positively to the community.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience working with Budgets and Expense Reports.
• Demonstrated experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong initiative in problem-solving and identifying areas of improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support financial tracking, reporting, and analysis for the organization.
• Prepare and monitor financial forecasts within budget constraints.
• Assist in developing and monitoring fiscal policies and procedures.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Blackbaud Accounting software

Job description

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Position Summary

Center for Family Services is seeking an experienced Budget Analyst with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial and business analysis. This individual will track and analyze revenue and expenses by program at the fund source level on a monthly basis and effectively use accounting system and tools to complete their work functions efficiently. The Budget Analyst communicates with Director of Finance and Supervisors on a regular basis, analyzes and implements process of developing and monitoring program budgets, supports programs, provides outstanding customer service in all agency interactions, and has outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Job Status

Full Time

Salary

$65,000 per year

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Budget Analyst supports management of the organization through timely and accurate financial tracking, reporting and analysis.
• The responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting in tracking all financial transactions impacting the organization, preparing, and monitoring financial forecasts to ensure expenditures are within budget constraints, accurately recording and appropriately classifying and reconciling transactions by account.
• The Budget Analyst assists in fiscal operation management in developing and monitoring appropriate fiscal policy and implementation of procedure suitable to the program and agency budgetary needs.
• This individual shows consistent initiative in all position responsibilities including problem solving, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing innovative solutions as well as exercises effective time management skills.
• Prepares journal entries and funding allocation modification where needed.
• Prepares budget vs. actual variance analyses. Investigates anomalies and unexplained variances, whether in budget or actuals. This individual has a strong commitment to personal and collective professional development and participates in continuing professional development opportunities.
• The Budget Analyst conducts self as a role model in interactions with staff, colleagues, and funding sources while displaying consistent ethical behavior and also respects the confidentiality of clients and staff by adhering to the Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Agreement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is preferred, will consider equivalent experience.
• 2-5 years of experience working with Budgets and Expense Reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software. Intermediate to advanced Excel, including work with large data sets.
• Demonstrated experience handling sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion.
• Excellent writing and other communication skills, ability to convey complex and potentially confusing information in a straightforward and professional manner.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud Accounting software a plus.

Benefits

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday.
• 401k Plan.
• Medical insurance plan options.
• Prescription Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health & Wellness Activities.
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities.
• Opportunity for advancement.

About Employment at Center For Family Services

Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together, our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit the Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

Disclaimer

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