Strategic Budget Manager: Forecasting & Analysis

Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Special School District is hiring a Budget Manager to lead budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis in Baton Rouge, LA. The role focuses on responsible spending, accurate reporting, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Candidates should have extensive experience in budget development or analysis, with cross-department collaboration and strong analytical skills. Appointment type is probational or promotional, with work hours 8:00 am–4:30 pm,

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in budget development/analysis or related fields.
• Or 6 years full-time in any field plus 4 years in budget roles.
• Or bachelor’s degree plus 4 years in budget roles.
• Or advanced degree plus 3 years in budget roles.

Responsibilities

• Manages all components of budget execution.
• Develops and implements agency-wide budget monitoring tools.
• Exercises independent authority to allocate resources across departments.
• Ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with state/federal regs.

Skills

Budget forecasting

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Cross‑functional collaboration

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years in related field

Advanced degree in business administration/finance/public administration/statistics + 3 years

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Louisiana Special School District is hiring a Budget Manager to lead budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis in Baton Rouge, LA. The role focuses on responsible spending, accurate reporting, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Candidates should have extensive experience in budget development or analysis, with cross-department collaboration and strong analytical skills. Appointment type is probational or promotional, with work hours 8:00 am–4:30 pm,