Budget Analyst - Finance (22)

Center for Family Services; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PTO program

401(k) Plan

Medical insurance options

Prescription insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness activities

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

Center for Family Services is seeking an experienced Budget Analyst in New Jersey to track and analyze revenue and expenses by program, monthly. The role collaborates with the Director of Finance to develop and monitor budgets, while ensuring accurate reporting and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of budget experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–3 years of experience working with Budgets and Expense Reports.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; intermediate to advanced Excel with large data sets.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud Accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze revenue and expenses by program monthly.
• Prepare and monitor budget vs. actual variance analyses.
• Prepare journal entries and funding allocation modifications.
• Communicate with Director of Finance and Supervisors regularly.
• Support programs and ensure expenditures stay within budget constraints.
• Maintain ethical handling of confidential information and data.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Blackbaud Accounting software

Job description

Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. You are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Job Status: Full Time

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 analyzes revenue and expenses by program at the fund source level monthly 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.

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 respects the confidentiality of clients and staff by adhering to the Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Agreement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is preferred, will consider equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of experience working with Budgets and Expense Reports
• Experience with Microsoft Office software. Intermediate to advanced Excel experience, including working with large data sets
• Demonstrated experience managing 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

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• 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

Center For Family Services is a leader in the non-profit sector and named as 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 are 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

Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.