Budget Analyst

$64,000 - $79,000/Yr

State of Mississippi

Full-time - Mid Level

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

This is a Non-state Service position within the Legislative Budget Office (LBO) of Hinds County, MS. The incumbent will play a crucial role in evaluating agency operations and performance by analyzing all major fiscal activities of the agency. This professional work involves a comprehensive analysis of budget requests submitted by state agencies and institutions, ultimately generating a recommended funding level for submission to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC). The position requires a strong understanding of accounting, auditing, and administrative organization practices, as well as the ability to navigate the complexities of state budgeting processes. The Budget Analyst will be responsible for conducting detailed financial analyses, preparing reports, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This role demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to understand and communicate technical material effectively. The incumbent must possess strong verbal communication skills and the ability to remain objective in a political environment. Proficiency with Excel is essential, as the analyst will utilize this tool for data analysis and reporting. In addition to the technical skills required, the position also emphasizes the importance of collaboration with various state agencies and institutions to ensure accurate budget submissions. The Budget Analyst will be expected to provide insights and recommendations based on their analyses, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the state budget cycle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate agency operations and performance by analyzing major fiscal activities.
• Analyze budget requests submitted by state agencies and institutions.
• Generate recommended funding levels for submission to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee.
• Conduct detailed financial analyses and prepare reports.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with various state agencies to ensure accurate budget submissions.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical material.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a Certified Public Accountant license.
• Two years of work experience in budgeting within government agencies or private organizations.
• Experience in performing financial and/or compliance audits.
• Experience in preparing financial reports and records for a public or private organization.