Budget Analyst

About the Role

Our Client is seeking a Budget Analyst to support its financial operations by managing a high volume of journal vouchers, contract authorizations, and budget revisions across state and our client funding sources. The analyst will work closely with finance and program staff to ensure accurate recording of expenditures, monitor contract spend, and track fund utilization. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with internal controls and external audit requirements, while providing clear, actionable reports to leadership. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast‑paced environment, balancing multiple priorities and delivering high‑quality financial insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and process journal vouchers to ensure accurate recording of expenditures across funding sources.
• Monitor contract spend against authorized budgets, generating regular utilization reports and identifying variances.
• Track fund utilization across state and our client sources, confirming alignment with appropriated and certified amounts.
• Prepare and process budget revisions, maintaining clear documentation and audit trails for each change.
• Reconcile budget data and respond to inquiries from program and finance staff regarding contract and budget matters.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to prioritize and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Maintain detailed records and produce clear reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external audit requirements.
• Utilize project collaboration tools to manage timelines and deliverables.
• Provide exceptional written and oral communication to stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in budget analysis, accounting, or financial reporting, preferably within a our client or healthcare finance environment.
• Proficiency in journal voucher processing, fund accounting, and budget revision procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high volume of transactions accurately.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet tools for data manipulation and reporting.
• Experience monitoring contract spend across multiple contracts and producing utilization reports.
• Proficient use of project collaboration and tracking tools such as Microsoft Project Suite, Teams, and Zoom.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, meet recurring deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Prior our client or our client experience with health and human services programs (e.g., Medicaid) is highly desired.

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data validation)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Project collaboration tools: Microsoft Project, Teams, Zoom
• Financial systems used for journal voucher processing and fund accounting (specific system names not disclosed)
• Spreadsheet and reporting tools for budget monitoring and variance analysis

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: 12 months (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027)
• Work arrangement: Onsite at Our Client’s facility located at 1915 Health Services Way, 2501 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27607
• Standard work hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (subject to change based on project needs)

Interview Process

The selection process typically begins with a webcam interview conducted via a secure video platform. Candidates who advance will then participate in a technical interview focused on budget analysis scenarios and a final panel interview with senior finance and operations leaders.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States