Senior Budget Analyst

The J. Paul Getty Trust; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing and analyzing budgets, ensuring compliance with policies, and providing guidance on financial procedures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial analysis and accounting, with advanced communication and analytical skills. You'll play a crucial role in strategic planning for capital projects and work closely with various stakeholders to ensure financial accuracy and accountability. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits to its employees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan

Getty contribution to 401(a) retirement account

Educational Assistance

Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days

12 Paid Holidays

On-Site Fitness Center

Community service opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in financial analysis and accounting.
• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes budgets based on various factors.
• Assists in strategic planning for capital projects.
• Coordinates financial reporting and project progress.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Advanced math skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced computer skills

Proficiency with office software

Financial reporting systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master's Degree

Job description

Senior Budget Analyst

Job Family

Facilities Maintenance

Type

Regular Full-Time

Position Status


Getty Center

Workplace Type

Onsite

Salaried/Hourly

Salaried

Hiring Pay Scale

$81,312 - $107,732 Annually

Salary

Commensurate with experience and internal equity

Program/Department

Facilities - 1430-Capital Project Support

Requisition Number

2025-4587

ERRP Eligible

No

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Summary

Prepares budgets based upon actual performance, previous budget figures, estimated revenues, estimated expense reports/Pos and other factors. Reviews revenues/expenditures for conformance with policies and budgetary limitations. Provides guidance or interprets budget/operational policies and procedures. Audits various revenue and expense accounts and maintains records of actual operating figures.

Major Job Responsibilities

Operating Budget
• Applies extensive knowledge of budget analysis
• Prepares, administers, maintains and monitors program and department budgets
• Prepares and analyzes variance reports
• Interprets and recommends budget and operational related policies and procedures
• Includes but is not limited to, travel authorization and expense report approval, and food service operation financial reporting review

• Assist Head of Capital projects on multi-year strategic planning for capital and renewal projects.
• Meets with stakeholders and accepts new project requests. Reviews scope, schedule and budget and works with Head of Capital projects to evaluate feasibility.
• Creates annual capital and renewal project budgets and coordinates approvals.
• Updates renewal model database on a quarterly basis.

• Assist finance and accounting of capital and renewal projects.
• Review, reconcile, and forecast financial dataset on a monthly and quarterly basis to ensure project budgets are tracking within budget. Reclass entries to correct anomalies. Reports variances to stakeholders and to Finance department
• Creation of chartfields and budget upload template to establish project budgets in financial accounting system.
• Manage closeout of projects by closing commitments and coordinating budget surplus/deficit with Finance.
• Work with Finance to update fixed assets schedule and year-end accrual process.

• Project Team Member
• Acts as an advisor for project team members and other colleagues for guidance on Getty policies and procedures.
• Works with project managers and facilities supervisors to review financial reporting and project progress.
• Coordinates purchases and contracts for execution of project work.

• Procurement & Accounts Payable
• Works closely with project staff to process requisitions and contracts to ensure timely start of work.
• Works closely with AP and Procurement to identify invoice exceptions and resolve
• Aid in development of financial procedures and processes as necessary

• Miscellaneous
• Other complex projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance, Master's Degree a plus
• 7-10 years experience in financial analysis and accounting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced math, analytical and problem solving skills
• Advanced computer skills and demonstrated proficiency with office software, email applications and financial reporting systems applications

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.