Budget Analyst

COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE•Longview, WA

1d•$94,536 - $113,360•Onsite

About The Position

The Budget Analyst works in the Accounting Department in Longview, Washington, and reports to the Controller. The role facilitates the organization’s annual budgeting process and partners with Program Managers, directors, and other departments on budgeting, grant compliance, reporting, and financial variance analysis. The position represents the mission, vision, and values of CIT and the Accounting Department. The analyst prepares and reviews financial reports and statements, analyzes budgets and funding requests, and evaluates grants, contracts, proposals, payment requests, and monthly financial statements for fiscal soundness, compliance, and budget availability. The role may recommend or help implement changes to accounting systems, procedures, and records; maintain confidentiality of accounting data; and keep current with relevant technologies, principles, and regulations through professional learning. The listed duties are illustrative and not all-inclusive. This is a full-time, hourly position with a salary range of $94,536 to $113,360 per year, depending on experience. The position is generally performed in an office setting. Evening or weekend work may be required, and travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events. The posting is open until filled, with a first review date of October 29, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; a combination of relevant education and related work experience may be considered.
Five years of grant, budgeting, or accounting experience.
Knowledge of GAAP and applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of financial control systems, methodology, and laws, rules, and regulations applicable to fiscal operations.
Advanced statistical compilation and analysis skills, including budget modeling and scenarios.
Advanced Excel skills and ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and accounting software in a Windows environment.
Ability to analyze problems, project consequences, identify solutions, and implement recommendations.
Ability to prepare, review, and analyze operational and financial reports and complex, accurate financial statements.
Ability to analyze and interpret data and financial information, draw logical conclusions, and clearly communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders with varying levels of financial knowledge.
Ability to read, comprehend, explain, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to maintain working relationships with people of varying cultural and social backgrounds.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and exercise independent judgment.
Knowledge of traditional forms of government and tribal customs and traditions.
Valid driver’s license when driving vehicles for work-related purposes.
Must successfully pass the required background screening and investigation, including a pre-employment drug screen, personal reference check, employment verification, and federal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks, including fingerprint verification.
Tribal preference applies in accordance with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook.

Nice To Haves

Advanced accounting or finance degree preferred.
Ten years of grant, budgeting, or accounting experience preferred.
CPA, CMA, or similar certification preferred.
Experience with grant and government budgeting for complex organizations preferred.
Fluency in the Cowlitz language is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the annual budgeting process at various organizational levels.
Perform budget modeling to compare actual results with budgeted predictions; summarize budgets and provide insight into funding requests.
Partner with other departments on grant applications and budget adjustments.
Ensure budgets are consistent, compliant, and responsive to high-priority directives and initiatives.
Work with managers and directors to ensure compliance with financial regulations and fiscal policies.
Prepare detailed accounting, statistical, and narrative financial statements and reports for Program Managers, Directors, and Tribal Council, including analysis and interpretation.
Review and analyze proposals, grants, and contracts for fiscal soundness and adherence to GAAP and applicable policies and procedures.
Coordinate with grant managers to review variances and propose necessary adjustments.
Review program payment requests for eligibility, acceptable costs, compliance with finance policies and procedures, and budget availability.
Assess reconciled monthly financial statements.
Recommend and assist with implementing new or revised accounting systems, procedures, and records.
Maintain the confidentiality of Accounting Department data.
Keep abreast of financial and business publications, procedures, regulations, technologies, and principles; attend seminars, workshops, classes, and conferences to maintain certifications.
Contribute to team efforts and perform other duties as assigned.