Strategic State Budget Analyst

State of Arkansas; Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking a State Budget Specialist to assist in preparing, monitoring, and analyzing agency budgets. You will gather financial data, prepare reports, assist with forecasts, and ensure compliance with budgetary regulations.

Collaboration with senior budget professionals will support fiscal planning and reporting. Responsibilities include evaluating budget implications, preparing documents for the Governor and General Assembly, and ensuring data accuracy across state agencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of budgeting terminology and government financial regulations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare budget documents.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual state budgets and compile financial data from agencies.
• Review and analyze personnel, operations, grants, and capital project costs for budget needs.
• Provide technical assistance in biennial and annual fiscal programs.
• Prepare budget requests and defend recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly.
• Monitor expenditures and revenues to align with approved budgets.

Skills

Budget terminology

Accounting principles

Analytical thinking

Interpreting financial data

Attention to detail

Data accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, public administration

Job description

State of Arkansas is seeking a State Budget Specialist to assist in preparing, monitoring, and analyzing agency budgets. You will gather financial data, prepare reports, assist with forecasts, and ensure compliance with budgetary regulations.

Collaboration with senior budget professionals will support fiscal planning and reporting. Responsibilities include evaluating budget implications, preparing documents for the Governor and General Assembly, and ensuring data accuracy across state agencies.