Summary Job Description: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller-Treasury, this position will assist in all aspects of developing the agency budget, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and statutes. The Budget Analyst will work closely with programs and provide support with the budgetary process by developing all budget projections and ongoing review of revenue and expense statements versus budget.
Principal Responsibilities: Setup and utilization of the budget system to prepare detailed budgets on an annual basis. Work in liaison with program directors, VPs, and Senior VPs in the organization to review their financial plans. Prepare, develop, and analyze the implementation of a budget, taking into consideration the present and future financial needs of the organization. Responsible for the accumulation of data to support financial analysis and budget development. Monitor the budget on a monthly basis by reviewing the variance reports and general ledger transactions to determine if funds have been spent as budgeted. Any deviations between the approved budget and actual performance must be presented in a written report to the Assistant Controller-Treasury, Controller, and/or Associate CFO. Prepare comprehensive reports and analysis as needed in decision-making or to advise the Controller and/or Associate CFO. Provide statistical information as required. Assist with preparing new budgets for grants or Requests for Proposals (RFP). Provide support with department projects according to department needs. Essential Job Functions: Ability to continuously sit at a desk and look at a digital device screen. Ability to frequently walk, bend, and reach. Ability to frequently engage in repetitive motions and tasks using both hands. Required Skills and Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum 3 years of experience in budget planning, accounting, or business management preferably in a health/behavioral care setting. Experience using Martus budgeting software. Must be a team player and effective communicator with all levels of the organization. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong mathematical, data mining, and spreadsheet skills, specifically Microsoft Excel to perform financial modeling/analysis and budget projection. Ability to multitask, consistently meet deadlines, and demonstrate strong time management skills. Experience working with financial software programs, as well as Microsoft Suite, is required. Ability to understand and adhere to all corporate compliance and other regulatory requirements governing the functions of the position. Shift & Travel Requirements: This is a full-time position with a standard workweek of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The position is hybrid and will require periodic travel to the office in Wading River, NY.
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