What are the responsibilities and job description for the Departmental Budget Analyst position at CornerStone Staffing?
Departmental Budget Analyst
Location Dallas, TX 75201 | Onsite
Compensation & Schedule
• $25.00/hour
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
ROLE IMPACT
The Departmental Budget Analyst supports effective financial planning by analyzing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and providing data-driven recommendations that help departments manage public resources responsibly. Success in this role is measured by accurate reporting, sound financial analysis, timely budget support, and collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and support annual operating budgets, including capital, grant, community development, and trust funds.
• Analyze financial data, develop forecasts, identify trends, and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Review budget submissions, council agenda items, and financial documentation for accuracy, compliance, and completeness.
• Process financial transactions, perform account reconciliations, monitor revenues and expenditures, and support grant reimbursement activities.
• Partner with departments, managers, auditors, and service providers to resolve budget and financial issues while supporting strategic financial planning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in financial analysis, budget planning/monitoring, or professional accounting.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, accounting principles, financial reporting, forecasting, spreadsheet applications, and financial management systems.
CORE TOOLS & SYSTEMS
• Financial management and accounting systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Spreadsheet and financial reporting software
• Budget forecasting and analysis tools
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience interpreting complex financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
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