Senior Government Budget Analyst & Fiscal Strategist

State of Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada invites applicants for a Supervisor, Budget Analyst - Office of Federal Operations (OFO) in Carson City. The role forecasts budgets, formulates spending plans, and ensures compliance with state policies and 2 CFR 200 regulations.

Key duties include advising department leadership on fiscal impact of legislation, preparing cost allocation applications, and delivering long‑term budget projections, with strong focus on internal controls and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of applicable experience in budgeting and finance.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience preferred.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting, internal control procedures, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and control budgets for an assigned agency or major program.
• Monitor budgets through review of audit reports and internal controls.
• Review and analyze budgets and expenditures; monitor revenue and performance indicators.
• Develop expenditure projections and biennial spending plans; provide fiscal guidance.
• Present budgets at meetings and to leadership; provide testimony to legislative staff.

Skills

Governmental accounting

Budgeting

Supervisory principles

Internal controls

Strategic planning

Public administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

The State of Nevada invites applicants for a Supervisor, Budget Analyst - Office of Federal Operations (OFO) in Carson City. The role forecasts budgets, formulates spending plans, and ensures compliance with state policies and 2 CFR 200 regulations.

Key duties include advising department leadership on fiscal impact of legislation, preparing cost allocation applications, and delivering long‑term budget projections, with strong focus on internal controls and reporting accuracy.