Budget Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

A Budget Manager in the finance industry is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the financial budget of an organization. This includes analyzing financial data, forecasting future financial needs, overseeing expenditures, evaluating budget proposals, and preparing budget reports. They play a vital role in ensuring the financial stability of an organization, helping to guide future financial decisions. A Budget Manager may also be involved in creating financial models, tracking actual expenditure against budget, and identifying any financial risks or opportunities.

Important skills for a Budget Manager include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. A strong understanding of financial regulations and standards is also important. They should be proficient in financial software and have excellent mathematical skills. Certifications such as Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Budget Manager, a person may have roles such as Financial Analyst, Budget Analyst or Finance Manager.

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Accountant/Fiscal Analyst/Central Office

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and...

Lead Strategic Finance Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

**The Role** As a Lead Strategic Finance Analyst, you will assist with financial modeling, special projects and provide support for all other corporate finance matters....

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Acct/Fiscal Analyst - 61150971 - Budget

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Job Responsibilities Serves as an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst in the Budget & Finance Department of the South Carolina Military Department. Develops methods and processes for monitoring financial...

Fiscal Practice Manager (Accounting/Fiscal Manager I) - 61089475

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Responsibilities The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates...

Fiscal Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

Job Responsibilities Under general supervision, perform general accounting duties for the South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS). Responsible for processing assigned accounts payable...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago

Job Responsibilities Seeking a high energy and customer focus driven candidate to perform administrative functions for the Treasury Management division withing the State Treasurer's Office....

Fiscal Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Posting Summary Logo For Posting: Posting Number: RTF00084PO25 USC Market Title: Accountant Link to USC Market Title: Business Title (Internal Title): Fiscal Analyst Campus: Columbia Work County:...

Budget Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Budget Analyst Salary $55,755.00 - $73,136.00 Annually Location Richland County, SC Job Type FTE - Full-Time Job Number ...6117 Agency SCDPH-Finance and Operations Opening Date 02/26/2025 Closing...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III

  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Posting Summary Logo: Posting Number: STA00150PO25 Job Family: Financial and Accounting Operations and Analysis Job Function: Accounting USC Market Title: Accountant Link to USC Market Title: Job...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst (2 Vacancies)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 90+ days ago

Job Responsibilities General Responsibility Serve as an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst in the State Law Enforcement Division's (SLED) Finance Office. Perform accounting duties, particularly accounts...

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Budgeting and Finance for Public Libraries
Understand financial concepts as well as effective practices in budgeting and auditing for library managers at all levels. Money isnt generally the first topic that comes to mind when thinking...
Finance Fundamentals: Financial Planning and Budgeting
This online courses explore how current economic conditions impact household finances, before showing you how to manage yours more effectively. You will find out whether you have bad financial...
Fundamentals of Financial Mathematics and Capital Budgeting
Get introduced to the determinants of value, foundations of financial markets, and capital budgeting. This course begins with a look at the determinants of value. We will cover two main approaches...

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Salary for Budget Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Highest Education Level

Budget Managers in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
42.8%
Associate's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
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 Managers in Columbia, SC
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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