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Budget Analyst in Columbus, OH

Budget Analyst Job Description

Budget analysts help organizations plan, manage and monitor financial resources by developing budgets, analyzing spending and providing strategic recommendations. These professionals play a key role in ensuring fiscal responsibility and supporting long-term financial goals.

Typical budget analyst duties:

Preparing and reviewing annual and quarterly budgets across departmentsAnalyzing budget proposals and identifying cost-saving opportunitiesMonitoring expenditures and comparing actual totals to forecastsCollaborating with department leaders to align financial plans with business objectivesPreparing reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholdersConducting variance analysis and recommending corrective actionsSupporting financial planning and forecasting processesEnsuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirementsEnhancing budgeting tools, models and reporting systems

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Salary for Budget Analyst in Columbus, OH
85935 - 135660
Low
85935
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
118575
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
135660
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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