Public Sector Financial Budget Analyst (Hybrid)

State of Maryland; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid teleworking

Paid holidays

Generous leave package

State pension

Health and dental plans

Retirement savings plans

Education assistance

Job summary

Maryland Department of Labor seeks a Financial Budget Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. The role emphasizes accuracy, fiscal policy compliance, and coordination of grants and funds across state and federal accounts.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to provide technical guidance to managers and staff while ensuring efficient financial operations and adherence to state

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience in a public or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or four years in administrative staff or professional work plus four years in related eligibility determination or claims processing.
• Bachelor's degree substitution options allow 4 years of experience in lieu of the degree; graduate-level education may count towards experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit Budget Submissions to DBM with accuracy.
• Serve as a point of contact for fiscal inquiries for program teams.
• Provide fiscal guidance to managers and staff to ensure compliance.
• Review RFPs and MOUs for alignment with funding guidelines and provide feedback.
• Review credit card reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Approve requisitions meeting necessary criteria for processing.
• Assist with final cost allocation plan reviews.
• Support FMIS closeout and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Review RJM and maintain accuracy in financial reporting; adjust journals as needed.
• Prepare journal entries for NPS, indirect and grant draws with proper documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

FMIS

RJM

Job description

Maryland Department of Labor seeks a Financial Budget Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. The role emphasizes accuracy, fiscal policy compliance, and coordination of grants and funds across state and federal accounts.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to provide technical guidance to managers and staff while ensuring efficient financial operations and adherence to state