Budget Analyst
<p>We are looking for an experienced Budget Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in Concord, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and analyzing budget to actual data to support effective budget planning and execution. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Analyze financial reports and reconcile accounts to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables and formulas, to manage and interpret large datasets.</p><p>• Prepare detailed documentation and audit trails to support budget evaluations and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and track budget activity, flagging potential issues and providing actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance staff and other departments to communicate budget updates and requirements.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of materials for meetings and presentations related to budget planning.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with approved budgets and organizational financial policies.</p><p>• Review budget transfers and reports to prevent errors and ensure data integr</p>
• Proven experience in budget processes and financial management.<br>• Strong proficiency in Excel, including the ability to work with complex formulas and large datasets.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.<br>• Ability to interpret financial reports and track budget activity effectively.<br>• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaboration across departments.<br>• Familiarity with annual operating budgets and approved budget procedures.<br>• Ability to create thorough documentation and audit trails for budget processes.<br>• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
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- Concord, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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32.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Budget Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in Concord, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and analyzing budget to actual data to support effective budget planning and execution. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Analyze financial reports and reconcile accounts to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables and formulas, to manage and interpret large datasets.</p><p>• Prepare detailed documentation and audit trails to support budget evaluations and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and track budget activity, flagging potential issues and providing actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance staff and other departments to communicate budget updates and requirements.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of materials for meetings and presentations related to budget planning.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with approved budgets and organizational financial policies.</p><p>• Review budget transfers and reports to prevent errors and ensure data integr</p>
- 2025-09-23T21:13:44Z