Budget Analyst I
About The Position
The DSS Business Operations Section is responsible for the oversight, direction, and management of all financial operations of the Division. The Budget Unit is responsible for the development, oversight, and execution of a $2.2 billion budget for Public Assistance and Social Service programs and services throughout the State of North Carolina, ensuring proper procedures and conformance to numerous federal and state rules, regulations, and requirements and accurate, timely, and appropriate reporting therein. The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive budget and analytical support to the various programs within the Division of Social Services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, public administration, accounting, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience and knowledge of governmental budgeting principles, fiscal policies, and financial procedures, including North Carolina's systems and processes.
- Experience with the Integrated Budget Information System (IBIS) and the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), or the ability to quickly learn and apply these systems.
- Proven ability to interpret laws, regulations, and financial data to analyze complex budget issues and prepare clear and concise reports.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chief Division Budget Officer in developing and implementing the base budget and change budgets.
- Interpret and apply general statutes, the State Budget Act, and OSBM policies and procedures throughout the budget process.
- Prepare budget revisions for assigned programs/funds to ensure the budget is accurately aligned.
- Process daily transactions (invoices, travel reimbursements, conference authorizations, funding worksheets, and purchase requests) to ensure timely and accurate support for assigned funds/programs.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of the programs of the Division to provide informed budget guidance.
- Assist division managers, departmental staff, and the department’s Office of the Controller with budget and financial issues and concerns.
- Utilize and develop routine and/or specialized financial reports.
Benefits
- health insurance options
- standard and supplemental retirement plans
- NCFlex program
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- community service leave
- paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
