Entry-Level Budget Analyst – Public Sector & Grants

City of Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

457b plan

Life insurance

Wellness program

Vacation & leave

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Home buyers program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Savannah's Office of Management and Budget seeks an energetic Budget Analyst to join our team. This entry-level role supports routine budgeting tasks, prepares documentation, analyzes expenditures, and assists in grant administration.

You will work with managers to monitor budgets, prepare reports, and provide information to the public about programs and services. A Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of budgeting experience are required; a valid driver's license is also needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration; 1–3 years budgeting or financial management experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Entry-level position with routine budgeting, contracts and financial analysis duties.

Responsibilities

• Support routine budget documentation and monitor expenditures.
• Prepare status reports and analyze budget-related forms.
• Conduct research and analyze information for programs and services.
• Prepare periodic reports of operations for management.
• Assist in grant proposals and monitor related grants.

Skills

Budgeting basics

Policy understanding

Research methods

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Savannah's Office of Management and Budget seeks an energetic Budget Analyst to join our team. This entry-level role supports routine budgeting tasks, prepares documentation, analyzes expenditures, and assists in grant administration.

You will work with managers to monitor budgets, prepare reports, and provide information to the public about programs and services. A Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of budgeting experience are required; a valid driver's license is also needed.