Strategic Budget & Forecast Analyst

AR Department of Health; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Health is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the development, implementation, and analysis of departmental budgets. You will prepare financial documents, monitor spending, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

You will collaborate with senior financial staff and department heads to deliver budgetary insights, build financial models, and contribute to strategic planning processes that support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or related field.
• Two years of budgeting, financial analysis, or related financial management experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to assess financial data and identify trends.
• Competence in developing financial models and forecasts.
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience preferred.
• AASIS and SAP (S-4 HANA) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and analyzing departmental budgets.
• Prepare financial documents and monitor spending.
• Provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation while ensuring compliance with state regulations.
• Collaborate with senior financial staff and department heads to deliver budgetary insights and strategic recommendations.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

AASIS

SAP S-4HANA

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Health is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the development, implementation, and analysis of departmental budgets. You will prepare financial documents, monitor spending, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

You will collaborate with senior financial staff and department heads to deliver budgetary insights, build financial models, and contribute to strategic planning processes that support