Budget Analyst

CFS; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Financial Planning & Budget Analyst to support the annual operating budget, monitor allocations, and report to budget managers and senior leadership. This nonprofit role offers an opportunity to contribute to student success and community impact in the New England region.

The ideal candidate will have budget experience, advanced Excel skills, the ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Prior budget experience in nonprofit is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support annual operating budget development, allocation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Manage purchase orders, vendor transactions, and personnel actions to ensure funding and policy compliance.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, and budget-to-actual results for budget managers and leadership.
• Analyze financial, staffing, and compensation data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Support system improvements and train departments on budget policies and procedures.

Skills

Budgeting experience

Advanced Excel

Independent worker

Willingness to learn

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in our community!

Why Work Here

• Join a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on student success and community impact
• Enjoy the stability of working in higher education, with a strong reputation in the New England region
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of financial operations, from academic departments to institutional initiatives
• Work with leadership that values innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic growth
• Experience a culture that emphasizes work-life balance, inclusivity, and long-term career development

Responsibilities of Financial Planning & Budget Analyst

• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the annual operating budget, including budget preparation, allocation, monitoring, and reporting
• Manage purchase orders, vendor transactions, and personnel actions to ensure proper funding, GL allocation, and compliance with financial and budget policies
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, and budget-to-actual results for budget managers, senior leadership, and the Board
• Analyze complex financial, staffing, and compensation data to identify trends, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to support informed financial decision-making
• Support budget implementation, financial systems, and ongoing process improvements while providing guidance and training to departments on budget policies and procedures

Requirements Of Financial Planning & Budget Analyst

• Previous budget experience
• Non profit is a plus
• Advanced excel skills
• Can work Independently
• Willingness to learn

Salary: $85,000-$105,000