Budget Manager

Ledgent-Finance-; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee budgeting, planning, and reporting. This role partners with executives to drive financial performance and organizational success across the company.

The candidate will manage budgeting, develop financial models, and provide insights to senior leadership. A CPA license in Georgia and a relevant degree are required, with government experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required.
• 7+ years in budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial administration; 4+ years in leadership.
• Government experience required.
• Active CPA license in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting lifecycle, including planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Lead budget development, coordination across departments, and financial modeling.
• Prepare financial reports, support year-end close, identify risks and opportunities.
• Supervise and develop finance staff; manage workloads and deadlines.
• Support strategic decisions with analytical financial insights.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial planning

Leadership

Strategic partnering

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration/Public Administration

CPA license (Georgia)

Job description

Salary: USD140000 - USD170000 per year

Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking a highly experienced and strategic finance professional to lead budgeting, financial planning, and reporting functions. This individual will oversee financial operations, provide leadership to internal teams, and partner with executive stakeholders to drive sound financial decision-making and organizational performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• (7) years of progressive experience in budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial administration, including at least (4) years in a leadership or management capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Government Experience is required.
• Certification Requirements:
• Must hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in Georgia.
• Additional Requirements:
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing essential job functions and quickly learn, interpret, and apply organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Budget Management

  Oversee the full lifecycle of organizational budgeting, including planning, development, monitoring, and reporting. Provide regular financial projections, analyze variances, and deliver insights to senior leadership. Review financial analyses prepared by staff and provide guidance on complex issues.

• Budget Development & Execution

  Lead the preparation and presentation of the annual budget, including establishing formats, coordinating inputs across departments, and developing financial models to ensure balanced and strategic allocation of resources. Partner with business leaders to review budget requests, develop recommendations, and finalize revenue and expense projections. Ensure effective execution of the approved budget by maintaining financial system integrity, reviewing and approving budget changes, and monitoring departmental spending. Perform advanced accounting functions such as journal entries, variance analysis, and financial reconciliations.

• Reporting & Financial Analysis

  Prepare and deliver comprehensive financial reports, including quarterly and annual budget analyses. Support the preparation of financial statements and assist with year-end close processes. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

• Team Leadership & Development

  Supervise, mentor, and develop finance team members. Participate in hiring, performance management, and professional development. Assign and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines and organizational goals while ensuring high‑quality outputs.

• Operational & Strategic Support

  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support financial decision‑making, including reviewing purchasing requests, personnel actions, and vendor proposals for budget alignment. Provide analytical and technical financial expertise to support operational initiatives.

• Stakeholder Communication

  Serve as a key financial advisor to leadership, providing insights on revenue performance, expenditures, and organizational financial health. Present findings, recommendations, and reports to executive leadership as required.

• Continuous Improvement & Compliance

  Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and industry best practices. Identify process improvement opportunities and implement enhancements to optimize financial operations and reporting.