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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$98K - $163K *

Manage project support for the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation, overseeing files, data, and stakeholder communications while preparing reports and analyses to enhance operational safet...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $118K *

Analyze financial data to drive insights in managed care, enhancing revenue and clinical outcomes. Collaborate on reporting, auditing, and budgeting to support strategic decision-making in healthcare...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Engage in dynamic accounting operations, supporting financial reporting and data management. Collaborate with teams to maintain accurate records, assist in reconciliations, and contribute to budget pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and transform complex data into actionable insights for financial analysis. Collaborate with teams to enhance data infrastructure and automate processes, driving strategic decisions in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful financial analysis by owning data infrastructure, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, and enabling the Wealth Advisory Finance team to excel in forecasting and repo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate financial analysis by owning data infrastructure, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, and enhancing team efficiency through innovative data processes and AI tools in a d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to corporate FP&A by analyzing data, building models, and providing actionable insights to drive planning, budgeting, and capital allocation while collaborating with finance leadership and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, partnering with business leaders to enhance decision-making, optimize budgets, and drive financial performance across diverse initiatives and projec...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Analyze financial performance and support decision-making for business leaders. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes while identifying opportunities for improved outcomes ac...

Harrisburg, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $88K *

Elevate your career by analyzing complex data to enhance real estate inventory processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and support strategic decisions, driving performance an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and validate costs for Well Delivery projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial reporting and automate processes, while managing vendor invoices an...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Empower your finance career by analyzing performance, delivering insights, and driving the finance cycle. Collaborate with teams to improve processes and uncover opportunities in a dynamic, global org...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $123K *

Shape the future of local governance by providing essential administrative support to elected officials. This role involves coordinating schedules, managing communications, and enhancing constituent s...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and validate business requirements, ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions. Drive quality assurance and support testing activities to meet c...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining pricing strategies for U.S. Government proposals. Lead cost proposal development, ensure compliance, and collaborate across departments to drive competitive pricing initi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee fiscal administration, directing budgeting and accounting functions across multiple departments. Shape policies and manage staff to ensure effective financial operations...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing analytical support for project budgeting, change management, and cost forecasting. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure accurate financial tracking and...

Reno, NVRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance project success by providing analytical support for budgeting, change management, and cost forecasting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting, drivi...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $142K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing cloud financial data through innovative analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to build data solutions that drive insights and support key business decisio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate across departments to enhance profitability, streamline operations, and ensure compliance while supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $90K *

Transform employee benefits administration by guiding leave processes and health plans. Collaborate with HR and external partners to ensure seamless support and compliance, enhancing employee experien...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $102K *

Transform the Marine Corps Information Operations Center by evaluating programs, managing contracts, and providing expert consultation to enhance mission effectiveness and support strategic goals...

2 days ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining air traffic management by leveraging advanced analytics and modeling to enhance operational efficiency and minimize disruptions in the National Airspace System...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $133K *

Advance treasury analysis for a multi-hospital system, focusing on cash management, liquidity forecasting, and financial risk reporting. Collaborate with various departments to automate processes and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$91K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering expert federal cost and price analysis. This senior-level role involves validating costs, supporting government estimates, and preparing detailed documentati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.