Budget Analyst III

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to develop and manage budgets for large state agencies. The role requires advanced financial modeling, forecasting expenditures, and advising leadership on budget adjustments to meet fiscal policies.

The position is hybrid, located in Wake County with onsite reporting in Raleigh, NC, and involves collaboration with agency leadership and legislative bodies to ensure data-driven decisions and

Qualifications

• 5 years of government budgeting or budgeting in a large, complex organization.
• Experience with financial modeling and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and forecasting to support budget development and execution.
• Review policy changes and fiscal regulations to determine impact.
• Monitor spending and ensure alignment with budget constraints.
• Prepare and present financial recommendations to agency leadership and budget commissions.
• Develop multi-year budget plans and financial strategies.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial forecasting

Microsoft Excel

Statistical methods

Data management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting or related field

Tools

Access

SQL

Business Objects

Job description

Hybrid - Wake County, North Carolina, United States

Sep 1, 2026

$61,545 - $107,703/year

Dept of Health and Human Services

SEC OFFICE - BUDGET , ANALYSIS

Budget Analyst III (NS)

60037758

NC18

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Senior Budget Analyst position plays a crucial role in developing and managing the budget for large and complex state agencies. This role requires conducting in-depth financial analysis, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The analyst will provide expert consultation and technical assistance, helping agency leadership make data-driven decisions. Responsibilities include forecasting financial needs and advising on budget adjustments. The position requires a high degree of independence in planning and executing tasks, as well as frequent collaboration with top government officials and legislative bodies. This role demands advanced analytical skills to assess public needs, compare alternative policy costs, and interpret legislative intent. The analyst will be responsible for evaluating financial data, identifying trends, and ensuring that program budgets align with overarching fiscal policies. A strong foundation in government budgeting, policy analysis, and financial modeling is essential. The Senior Budget Analyst must also maintain strong relationships with agency leadership, legislators, and other key stakeholders to ensure informed decision-making.

Key Duties Include

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and forecasting to support budget development and execution.
• Review and interpret policy changes and financial regulations to determine fiscal impact.
• Monitor spending across assigned divisions and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints.
• Analyze historical expenditures, cost trends, to support decision-making.
• Prepare and present financial recommendations to agency leadership, legislators, and budget commissions.
• Assist with the development and review of multi-year budget plans and financial strategies.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal financial policies, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Identify risks and financial challenges, proposing corrective measures as needed.
• Collaborate with government officials and advisory committees on budget-related matters.
• Utilize financial software and data management tools to analyze and present financial information.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Salary Grade Range: $ 63,927.00 - $ 111,871.00
• Recruitment Range: $ 61,545.00 - $ 107,703.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

Extensive experience conducting financial or budget analysis, including evaluating expenditures, forecasting trends, and assessing fiscal impact.

Proven intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Demonstrated experience using statistical methods and quantitative analysis in financial decision-making and reporting preferably in a public or governmental settings

Experience with data query/data management tools (Access, SQ, Business Objects)

Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.

This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC

About the Division of Budget and Analysis:

The Division of Budget and Analysis provides leadership and support to department and division management by (1) developing, executing and modifying the Department's operating budget; (2) researching and analyzing issues that impact the Department's budgets, plans and programs; and (3) developing innovative solutions to challenging problems.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website forState Benefits .

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS:https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting or related field from an accredited institution and five years of experience preferably in governmental accounting on budgeting, including one year in advanced and responsible analyst or administrative capacity

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Email

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Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.