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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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$76K - $109K *

Manage financial oversight for research funds, ensuring compliance and effective reporting. Collaborate with faculties and external stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and complex projects a...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Support the consolidation and financial reporting processes, collaborating with global teams to enhance efficiency and compliance while managing complex accounting issues and delivering insights to se...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $92K *

Unlock insights as you support senior analysts in corporate bond and bank loan research. Collaborate on financial models, enhance credit processes, and develop your analytical skills in a dynamic inve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing credit research processes while providing analytical support to senior analysts. Develop your skills in corporate bond and bank loan investments through hands...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Advance financial planning and analysis by providing budgetary support, ensuring compliance, and conducting detailed financial analyses for various programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance reportin...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $115K *

Champion core accounting processes in a dynamic finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to build scalable operations during a pivotal growth...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Elevate financial operations by leading audits, preparing reports, and enhancing accounting policies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive process improvements while supporting manage...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join us to enhance global cash management and liquidity strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance, optimize working capital, and ensure robust treasury control...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative human resource solutions by analyzing workforce needs, liaising with NAVSEA, and developing recruitment strategies. Drive data-driven decisions through comprehensive studies and pe...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $101K *

Optimize data-driven marketing strategies by analyzing large datasets, providing actionable insights, and collaborating with clients and teams to enhance campaign performance and achieve business goal...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis, support profitability goals, and provide insights for decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute budgets, forecasts, and risk assessment...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing financial risk programs and ensuring adherence to federal regulations. Collaborate across functions to enhance audit readiness and support DLA's strategic initi...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Make your mark at a strategic level by managing the IT acquisition lifecycle, developing plans, overseeing contracts, and supporting vital defense programs. Drive process improvements and partner with...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$126K - $164K *

Manage and enhance compliant financial processes, ensuring accurate analysis and reporting of project performance while leading a team to drive continuous improvement across multiple entities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $122K *

Advance your career by managing cost control systems and financial analyses to support critical missions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure projects meet budget and schedule requirements while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Empower strategic financial decision-making by providing expert analysis and recommendations. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize resource utilization and enhance operational efficiency acr...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate investment strategy by leading manager selection and due diligence for alternative assets, ensuring optimal portfolio construction and client engagement in a dynamic global setting...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform acquisition support for DHS by leveraging expertise in cost analysis, ensuring fair pricing, and enhancing proposal evaluations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality financi...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the IT acquisition lifecycle for pivotal defense programs. You will develop strategic plans, oversee contract execution, and enhance financial processes, ensuring mission...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Manage financial operations for large-scale R&D projects, providing critical support to Program Managers. Ensure effective budget tracking, analysis, and administrative assistance in a dynamic environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that drives financial system transformation by optimizing processes, enhancing data integrity, and implementing strategic projects that align with organizational goals. Your expertise will...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Transform financial operations by providing expert analysis and support across multiple portfolios. Drive month-end close processes, enhance forecasting accuracy, and contribute to process improvement...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Analyze complex financial transactions and support multiple portfolios through the full accounting cycle. Collaborate with finance leaders to ensure accurate reporting, forecasting, and process improv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$88K - $148K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by analyzing complex cost data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting accuracy and drive operational efficiency while ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection by enhancing business processes and driving operational transformation. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategic improvements an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business 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.