Senior Budget Analyst, Federal Operations

State of Nevada (NV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nevada in Carson City is seeking a Supervisor, Budget Analyst to manage biennial budget forecasting, spending plan formulation, and financial account administration in compliance with Nevada State policies and federal 2 CFR 200 regulations.

The role serves as a key fiscal adviser to department leadership, evaluating legislative bill impacts, preparing cost allocation applications, and delivering long-term projections.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting, statistical methods, and internal controls.
• Ability to prepare budget justifications, monitor budgets from multiple funding sources, and present legislative fiscal notes.
• Experience leading staff, setting goals, and fostering inclusive work environment.
• Strong communication to varied audiences, and ability to manage multiple work program changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and control budgets for an assigned agency or major program.
• Monitor budgets via audits, internal controls, and performance measures.
• Review and analyze budgets and expenditures; project revenue and expenditures using trend analysis.
• Assist agencies in budget requests and long-range planning; provide fiscal guidance.
• Prepare and present justifications for budget proposals; testify to the legislature as needed.
• Lead and train staff; oversee budget activities and performance evaluations.

Skills

Governmental budgeting

Statistical methods

Supervisory principles

Internal controls

Strategic planning

Public administration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CORE.NV system

Job description

State of Nevada in Carson City is seeking a Supervisor, Budget Analyst to manage biennial budget forecasting, spending plan formulation, and financial account administration in compliance with Nevada State policies and federal 2 CFR 200 regulations.

The role serves as a key fiscal adviser to department leadership, evaluating legislative bill impacts, preparing cost allocation applications, and delivering long-term projections.