Budget Analyst Jobs in Virginia

A Budget Analyst in the finance industry is responsible for helping organizations, both public and private, organize their finances. The professional evaluates budget proposals and funding requests, conducts cost-benefit analyses to determine the most cost-effective solutions, and establishes and enforces budget guidelines and procedures. The analyst then prepares regular reports detailing the organization's financial status and communicates their findings to management and stakeholders. They also review and monitor spending to ensure it remains within budget. They offer guidance and technical assistance when preparing budgets, review budget proposals, and prepare financial analysis reports.

Potential Budget Analysts should have strong skills in numerical computation, analysis, problem-solving, and communication. They should also possess a keen understanding of financial forecasting and data analysis. Holding a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) credential can be beneficial, though it's not a strict requirement. A Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field is often required, but many employers prefer candidates with an MBA or related advanced degree. Before becoming a Budget Analyst, potential candidates often gain experience in roles such as Financial Analyst, Accounting Analyst, or Cost Estimator.

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Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst - Clearance Sponsorship

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 13 hours ago

of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * * The Opportunity: CACI is seeking a Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst for our Clearance Sponsorship program....

Fiscal Manager

  • Hampton, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Are you a skilled finance professional with a passion for public service? Do you enjoy managing budgets analyzing data, conducting audits and overseeing fiscal operations? If so, the City of...

Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst

  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 1 day ago

Analyst to assist with resource planning, program analysis, and advocacy, supporting the organization's budgeting and strategic planning processes....

Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst NEW

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago

Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst CACI Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Polygraph Herndon, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Mid-Level Planning/Budget Analyst Job Category: Finance and Accounting Time Type: Full...

Budget Analyst

  • VA
  • 2 days ago
  • VA
  • 2 days ago

Budget Analyst Employer Chesterfield County Public Schools Location VA 23225, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Chesterfield County Public Schools Location VA 23225, VA, US Salary Competitive...

Budget Financial Analyst (Jr)

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago

Title Budget Financial Analyst (Jr) Description The Columbia Group (TCG), is a technical services support company which has a successful 50+ year history of providing the United States government...

Budget Analyst

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago

Full-Time and Permanent; Exempt; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year DEFINITION This is full performance level administrative work involving the collection, analysis, and reporting of...

Budget Analyst

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 5 days ago

Under limited supervision, assists in the development of the City's annual operating and capital budgets; provides analytical assistance to the budget office and other city departments; performs...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago

Business Intelligence Reports Developer - Mid-Level CGI Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified CI Polygraph IT - Data Science Chantilly, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Position Description: CGI Federal has an...

Budget Analyst Lead NEW

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 5 days ago

Automation Engineer M9 Solutions Today Public Trust Unspecified Unspecified Ashburn, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Perm Division, Ashburn, VA M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions...

Senior Planning/Budget Analyst

  • Herndon, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 5 days ago

Analyst to support our organization's strategic planning, budgeting, and program management processes....

Budget Officer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago

Title: Budget Officer State Role Title: Financial Services Spec II Hiring Range: $65,000 - $80,000 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Department of Military Affairs Location: State Military Reservation Agency...

Budget Analyst

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 days ago

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Budget/Business Analyst in the Department of Finance. Division of Management and Budget to develop, monitor and evaluate operating and capital budgets. The...

Senior Budget Analyst

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities The Senior Budget Analyst will support the financial planning, execution, and analysis of program budgets within the Rushmore Front Office Support (FOS) framework....

Budget Financial Analyst

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 6 days ago

analyst experience....

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Salary for Budget Analyst Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Budget Analysts in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
42.8%
Associate's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Budget Analysts in Virginia
2-4 years
42.4%
1-2 years
19.8%
4-6 years
12.6%
Less than 1 year
10.5%
8-10 years
7.5%
6-8 years
3.3%
None
2.2%
10+ years
1.8%


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