Remote Budget Specialist I – Behavioral Health

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid sick and vacation leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Budget Specialist I to manage contract program budgets and process invoices within the Cabinet for Health & Family Services. The role reports to the Administrative Services Branch and may offer telecommuting options consistent with agency policy.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in related fields; strong analytical and budgetary skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of professional experience in statistical or policy analysis, accounting, auditing, planning, or related field.
• Experience with analyzing reports and attention to detail.
• Experience reviewing invoices and processing payments in accounting systems.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, reconcile and monitor statewide funding for specific projects through Universities, Regional Behavioral Health Boards, and other private provider contracts.
• Ensure all incremental payments are accurate and timely per contractual obligations.
• Provide ongoing analysis of financial and budget issues and make budgetary recommendations to management.
• Plan and develop annual or biennial budget requests and projections.
• Provide ongoing oversight of contracted programs and ensure budget adherence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Budget Specialist I to manage contract program budgets and process invoices within the Cabinet for Health & Family Services. The role reports to the Administrative Services Branch and may offer telecommuting options consistent with agency policy.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in related fields; strong analytical and budgetary skills are essential for success in this position.