Budget Accountant

Oaks Integrated Care•Eastampton Township, NJ

5d•$45,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Budget Accountant works in an office-based setting in the Accounting department in Mt. Holly, Burlington County, New Jersey. The role researches and analyzes budget variances on the organization’s monthly financial statements and works on other projects as directed. It reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The position coordinates with Operations on budget renewals and modifications, supports the preparation of budget modifications through analysis and reconciliation, and assists management with expense documentation and forecasting. The Budget Accountant collaborates with management across the organization to analyze expenses, communicates analysis progress and issues, and contributes as a participatory team member. The role also analyzes financial information, prepares journal entries, determines appropriate ways to handle accounting transactions, contributes to financial statements and other accounting reports, and prepares and updates annual budget templates. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch. The listed pay range is $45,000–$55,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Excellent customer service skills.
Proficiency in MS Excel, including multiple-worksheet files, and word-processing software.
Detail orientation and strong organization and time-management skills, including experience meeting deadlines.
Experience managing multiple priorities and adapting when needed.
Experience working in a team environment.
Prior budget, forecasting, and expense experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience working in accounting or analysis is preferred.
Knowledge of Excel macros is a plus.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze budget variances on the organization’s monthly financial statements.
Work on other projects as directed.
Coordinate with Operations on budget renewals and modifications.
Provide analytical and reconciliation support in preparing budget modifications.
Assist management with documenting and forecasting expenses.
Communicate and collaborate with management at all levels to analyze expenses.
Share knowledge and communicate analysis progress and issues as needed.
Analyze financial information, make journal entries, and determine effective ways to handle accounting transactions.
Participate in preparing financial statements and accounting reports that accurately reflect the agency’s financial position.
Prepare and update annual budget templates.
Interact professionally with executives, managers, and subject matter experts.