Budget Analyst - DMS

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

State of Idaho - Boise, ID

Part-time - Mid Level

Remote - Boise, ID

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Division of Management Services is seeking a dedicated Budget Analyst (Financial Specialist Senior classification) to join our team of accounting professionals. This position plays a crucial role in strengthening the health, safety, and independence of Idahoans. The Budget Analyst will be responsible for a variety of financial management tasks, including annual budget preparation, budget distribution, and conducting quarterly budget reviews. The successful candidate will provide financial management support, review grant applications, and prepare expenditure adjustments. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is not afraid to tackle big projects and can collaborate effectively with stakeholders to achieve greater results. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to develop good working relationships. This role requires someone who is organized and capable of making progress even in the absence of complete information. Adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines is essential. The position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and can work out of any DHW statewide location. In addition to a competitive salary, the position offers one of the best state retirement systems in the nation (PERSI), along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and more. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible, as this announcement will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accounting systems.
• Research and analyze financial documents to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and accounting principles.
• Conduct meetings to discuss financial-related issues that may be controversial, adversarial, or confidential.
• Conduct interviews to solicit sensitive and/or confidential financial information.
• Develop and prepare complex financial documents such as financial statements, budgets, and cost analysis.
• Audit financial data for completeness and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Utilize current information technology to analyze, research, and maintain financial data, develop financial documents, and resolve problems.
• Analyze technical financial problems and provide professional assistance and advice concerning their solutions.

Requirements

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices, typically gained by at least four years of professional work experience as an accountant, or equivalent, applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• An Associate's degree in accounting AND at least two years of professional work experience as an accountant or equivalent.
• Experience developing and preparing financial documents, typically gained by at least one year of full-time work experience.
• Experience using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data, typically gained by at least one year of work experience using a personal computer for financial tasks.
• Experience analyzing financial activities and recommending management action, typically gained by at least one year of full-time work experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in Excel, typically gained by a minimum of 3 years of practical application.
• Governmental accounting experience and knowledge of federal funding sources, typically gained by at least one year of related full-time work experience.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance