Budget Analysts

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 49,860 - 116,300; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a proficient Budget Analyst to examine budget estimates for completeness and accuracy. You will interpret budget directives, compile and analyze financial records, and prepare budget reports. The ideal candidate has strong active listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office and SQL is required. Competitive salary range is between $49,860 and $116,300 annually, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.
• Compile and analyze accounting records to determine required financial resources.
• Match appropriations for specific programs with broader program appropriations.
• Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
• Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
• Seek new ways to improve efficiency and increase profits.

Skills

Active Listening

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Mathematics

Critical Thinking

Complex Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Email software

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft Sharepoint

Structured query language SQL

Microsoft Visual Basic

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Graphics software

Oracle E-Business Suite Financials

Oracle Hyperion

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Oracle PeopleSoft Financials

Statistical software

Fund accounting software

Presentation software

Job description

Budget Analyst

What Does it Take to Be a Budget Analyst?

Budget Analyst Example Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Responsibilities

• Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.
• Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
• Match appropriations for specific programs with appropriations for broader programs, including items for emergency funds.
• Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
• Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
• Seek new ways to improve efficiency and increase profits.

Required Skills

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Email software
• Word processing software
• Spreadsheet software
• Microsoft Sharepoint
• Structured query language SQL
• Microsoft Visual Basic
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• Graphics software
• Oracle E-Business Suite Financials
• Oracle Hyperion
• Microsoft Dynamics GP
• Oracle PeopleSoft Financials
• Statistical software
• Fund accounting software
• Presentation software

Related Job Titles

• Cost Accountant
• Budget Examiner
• Program Analyst
• Staff Analyst
• Budget Engineer

Industry Outlook

In the United States, there were 58,400 jobs for Budget Analyst in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 6.5% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 3,800 new jobs for Budget Analyst by 2026. The BLS estimates 4,800 yearly job openings in this field.

Salary Range

Budget Analysts make between $49,860 and $116,300 a year. Individuals working in District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia tend to earn the highest salaries.