Budget Analyst

State of North Carolina•Bath Building Wake, NC

1d•$60,881 - $106,544•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Budget Analyst/Business Officer II position is to provide comprehensive budget and analytical support to the various programs within the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS). Within DHHS, the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS) provides quality support to achieve self-determination for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and quality services to promote treatment and recovery for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders. This position is funded in part through federal funds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, two years of which should be in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

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.
Considerable knowledge of office procedures, organizational hierarchy, and quality assurance to assure adherence to set procedures and guidelines.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret federal and state fiscal guidelines.
Experience and knowledge of governmental budgeting principles, fiscal polices, and financial procedures, including North Carolina's systems and processes.
Proven ability to interpret laws, regulations, and financial data to analyze complex budget issues and prepare clear and concise reports.

Responsibilities

Assist 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.
Perform other federal and state grants budget duties as needed.