Senior Budget/Research Analyst

The Department of Administration's Executive Budget Office (EBO) is seeking a Senior Budget/Research Analyst to join the team. Join state government with the team responsible for assisting the Governor’s Office in the development of the Executive Budget and oversight of the annual state budget for South Carolina. In this role you will monitor, review, and analyze complex agency budgets and provide recommendations to EBO management and gubernatorial staff to ensure the Executive Budget is aligned with the priorities established by the Governor's Office. Research agency programs, processes, and policies to develop a thorough understanding of each assigned agency.

Responsibilities of the Senior Budget/Research Analyst:

• Perform ad hoc analysis for executive and gubernatorial staff, as requested, to ensure accurate data is used, recommendations are based on sound reasoning, and requested timelines are met. Track the budget and analyze policy area legislation throughout the legislative cycle.
• Conduct in-depth analysis, to include deficit monitoring, position management, and grants management, to ensure agency operations are in compliance with applicable state and federal laws. Work with agencies throughout the year to address fiscal and operational issues. 
• Process agency budget documents throughout the fiscal year, including special expenditure requests, transfers, FTE Management, etc., to ensure authorized funds are used in the manner prescribed by law. Gather information from agencies as requested for statewide projects and surveys and oversee budget processes. 
• Assist agencies in the development of performance metrics and analyze the relationship between funding levels and agency activities and performance. Make recommendations regarding plans for agency budgets to ensure resources are identified and directed in an appropriate manner to accomplish the priorities established by the Governor's Office.
• Serve as subject matter expert on the Budget Development Team. Provide guidance to budget analysts on complex budget and finance issues and assist with resolving issues on a daily basis.
• Routinely review, recommend, and implement strategic and operational improvement initiatives in line with the agency and area's vision and mission. Manage special and strategic initiatives as directed, and work with cross-functional groups to ensure completion of initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, political science, or a related field with at least three (3) years of relevant experience conducting financial analysis, performing financial projections, or monitoring program performance. A master's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, or economics may be substituted for up to two (2) years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data and reports. 
• Ability to interpret state and federal laws governing state finances and programs. 
• Proficient in use of word processing and spreadsheet applications. 
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.