Salary Breakdown
Budget Analysts
Average
$76,840
ANNUAL
$36.94
HOURLY
Entry Level
$49,850
ANNUAL
$23.97
HOURLY
Mid Level
$77,250
ANNUAL
$37.14
HOURLY
Expert Level
$98,030
ANNUAL
$47.13
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Budget Analysts
350
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
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Top Expected Tasks
Budget Analysts
01
Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.
02
Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
03
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
04
Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
05
Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
06
Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
07
Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
08
Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.
09
Match appropriations for specific programs with appropriations for broader programs, including items for emergency funds.
10
Consult with managers to ensure that budget adjustments are made in accordance with program changes.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Budget Analysts
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Economics and Accounting
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Mathematics
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Mathematical Reasoning
ABILITY
Number Facility
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
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