Public Sector Budget Analyst - Forecasting & Reporting

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County is seeking a Budget Analyst to support financial operations including budget prep, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting. The role collaborates with the Procurement Coordinator to ensure cross-functional budget alignment and delivers timely financial insights.

The position requires strong Excel skills, knowledge of public sector budgeting, and the ability to work with multiple departments. Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with public sector budgeting, forecasting, and procurement processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across departments and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budget preparation, monthly forecasts, and midyear adjustments; compile supporting data.
• Conduct variance analysis and performance assessments to identify trends.
• Maintain budget tracking systems, databases, and dashboards; produce weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Coordinate with the Procurement Coordinator to support cross-functional budget alignment.
• Assist in receipting outstanding invoices.
• Contribute to process improvements and ensure internal controls and audit-ready documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Budgeting & Forecasting

Public Sector Procurement

Cross-Department Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited U.S. institution

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Harris County is seeking a Budget Analyst to support financial operations including budget prep, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting. The role collaborates with the Procurement Coordinator to ensure cross-functional budget alignment and delivers timely financial insights.

The position requires strong Excel skills, knowledge of public sector budgeting, and the ability to work with multiple departments. Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.