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.

Find Budget Analyst Jobs on Ladders

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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$80K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading program budget analysis and evaluation, guiding funding recommendations for complex programs, and supervising analysts to enhance operational effectiveness and strategic pl...

4 weeks ago

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

$69K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing financial analysis and support to project teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance project planning, forecasting, and performance evaluation, ensuring financial acc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Financial Analyst, providing critical financial support to project teams. Engage in planning, forecasting, and performance evaluation to drive project success and enhance op...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Champion financial insights and strategic decision-making as a Senior FP&A Analyst, partnering with leaders across practices to drive operational excellence and achieve financial goals in a dynamic, c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $178K *

Grow your career with a full-time role managing accounting activities, analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance, while collaborating with teams to improve processes and support organizational...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Analyze financial performance and drive strategic insights to empower commercial teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance decision-making, optimize profitability, and support growth initiatives...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis for a sales territory, partnering with leadership to drive business decisions. Mentor analysts, enhance reporting tools, and elevate team performance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Optimize data-driven strategies to enhance customer engagement and retention. Collaborate with operations to implement scalable solutions in a dynamic startup environment, making a significant impact...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$53K - $108K *

Analyze funding strategies to optimize resource allocation for Army projects. Collaborate with clients to develop actionable financial plans, ensuring efficient use of funds through rigorous tracking...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing and optimizing banking processes. Collaborate globally to create user stories and deliver high-quality applications while mentoring peers and driving project...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K *

Empower decision-making by providing financial and operational analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate across business units to transform complex data into actionable insights, driving perfo...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful financial analysis and operational support. Collaborate across business units to drive informed decision-making, enhance performance, and manage risks through...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $86K *

Lead the charge in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting, and supporting organizational objectives through strategic analysis and reporting. Collaborate across departments whi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $99K *

Unlock critical workflows in Financial Operations by leveraging AI, SQL, and Python to enhance efficiency and accuracy in money movement processes, while collaborating with diverse teams to drive proc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $113K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping financial strategies and controls. As a Program Cost Control Analyst, you'll drive budget preparation, financial analysis, and reporting, ensuring project success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $123K *

Transform business processes by collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency. Leverage data analysis and project management skills to identify improvement opportunities and drive strateg...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by supporting finance transformation initiatives, focusing on ERP modernization and Microsoft Dynamics 365. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and optimize finance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial and performance management for federal projects. Analyze budgets, forecasts, and funding while coordinating with stakeholders and mentoring junior analysts to ensure accur...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower financial management by overseeing complex intelligence budgets, ensuring compliance with fiscal regulations, and providing expert guidance on automated systems to support critical operations...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Lead the charge in financial analysis and program control, managing a team to ensure compliance with policies, develop forecasts, and support strategic initiatives while meeting critical deadlines in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy and driving operational excellence. Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to enhance margins and cash flow while collaborating wi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $198K *

Lead the acquisition process for Army programs, coordinating documentation and strategies to ensure successful product lifecycle management and contract oversight while collaborating with cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $100K *

Shape financial strategies as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving insights and decision support for business leaders. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance reporting, forecasting, and budgeting i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Oversee financial operations and cost management, ensuring compliance and fiscal accountability. Collaborate with leadership to analyze budgets, KPIs, and performance data, driving strategic financial...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing analytical and management support to senior leadership, enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis, policy development, and strategic recommendati...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.