Explore Budget Analyst Jobs

Budget analysts help organizations plan, monitor, and manage their finances. They evaluate spending proposals, analyze financial data, prepare forecasts, and communicate budget recommendations to leaders. Browse vetted budget analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Budget Analysts Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and seniority, but commonly include developing annual budgets, tracking actual results against forecasts, investigating variances, assessing the financial impact of business decisions, and preparing reports for executives or government stakeholders. Many analysts partner with department leaders to improve resource allocation and keep plans aligned with organizational priorities.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong financial modeling, analytical, and quantitative skills, along with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial planning systems is valuable. Clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex findings to nonfinancial audiences can also help candidates stand out. A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field is common; some roles may prefer advanced education or professional credentials.

Budget Analyst Career Paths

Budget analysts work across industries and settings, including corporations, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and local, state, or federal government. With experience, they may advance to senior budget analyst, budget manager, finance manager, or financial planning and analysis leadership roles. Search Ladders for budget analyst openings that match your experience, location, and compensation goals.

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Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Explore budget analyst listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation, then pursue roles aligned with your career goals.

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$108K *

Transform organizational efficiency by conducting studies, designing systems, and preparing manuals. Collaborate with senior staff to enhance operations and provide technical guidance to junior analys...

Washington DC, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by leading budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and support pricing strategies, enhancing decision-maki...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $110K *

Manage client relationships by providing data analysis and business intelligence support. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes, develop reporting dashboards, and implement technology...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a Federal Data Analyst, engaging with clients to enhance data-driven decision-making. Collaborate on business intelligence and streamline processes, while developing impactful...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $115K *

Partner with us to deliver advanced financial analysis and strategic insights. Drive planning cycles, enhance reporting quality, and influence key business decisions through rigorous modeling and cros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead financial planning and analysis efforts, partnering with executives to drive strategic decisions. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while managing a team to ensure financial integrit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the evolution of the Oracle EPM Cloud planning platform, translating business needs into actionable insights and automations. Manage a small team while ensuring data integrity and supporting F...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by managing forecasting and reporting for funded programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure project pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of finance by partnering with leadership to drive strategic insights, enhance reporting, and optimize financial processes, all while fostering collaboration across teams to achieve op...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance financial systems to ensure compliance, security, and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements, supporting critical operations wi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive financial integrity by managing SAP S/4HANA cost allocation processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to adapt methodologies to organizati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing SAP S/4HANA cost allocation processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting and support regulatory req...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial strategies by analyzing data, developing pricing models, and supporting business growth initiatives. Collaborate across teams to provide actionable insights that drive profitability...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $102K *

Inspire growth by leveraging your financial expertise to analyze data, develop pricing models, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive profitability and enh...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $95K *

Champion financial excellence by leading complex analyses and forecasting. Collaborate across teams to enhance financial processes and reporting, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and suppo...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Drive financial excellence by overseeing budgetary activities, analyzing complex data, and providing strategic guidance to enhance the effectiveness of Intelligence Community programs and operations...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial data into strategic insights, driving organizational performance through collaboration, budgeting, forecasting, and comprehensive analysis across multiple business units...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic FP&A team to drive financial performance through accurate forecasting, insightful analysis, and collaborative reporting across departments and regions...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic program analysis to enhance operational efficiency, evaluate legislative impacts, and present actionable recommendations to management. Collaborate across agencies to ensure effective...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in analyzing and enhancing program efficiency, implementing strategic recommendations, and conducting complex studies to support organizational goals and compliance with regulations, w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance program efficiency by evaluating legislation, conducting complex studies, and presenting findings to management. Drive strategic planning and implement innovative solutions to meet...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by analyzing performance data, forecasting costs, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with contractors to identify risks and present actionable insights to leadership, driv...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency, delivering insights that enhance sales growth and profit margins while leading budgeting and forecasting processes in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $112K *

Drive budgetary excellence by overseeing financial services, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and enhancing operational efficiency. Lead a team to manage complex budget processes and ensure co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $135K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in managing project budgets and financial forecasts. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, analyze cost variances, and contribute to proactive cost mitigat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a budget analyst do?question toggle

    A budget analyst reviews financial information, helps prepare budgets and forecasts, tracks spending, analyzes variances, and provides recommendations to support sound financial decisions.

  • What qualifications are common for budget analyst jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, plus experience with budgeting, forecasting, spreadsheets, and financial analysis. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.

  • Where do budget analysts work?question toggle

    Budget analysts work in private companies, government agencies, nonprofits, healthcare, education, and other organizations that plan and manage budgets.

  • How can budget analysts advance their careers?question toggle

    With experience, budget analysts may move into senior analyst positions, budget management, finance management, or financial planning and analysis leadership.

  • Does Ladders list budget analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Browse current listings to find budget analyst opportunities and review each posting for specific pay details.