Senior Budget Analyst

THE ROLE:

Our public sector client is seeking an experienced Sr. Budget Analyst to support a key budgeting cycle and contribute to enhanced financial planning and decision-making across the organization. This contract opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working with complex data, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering meaningful financial insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine budgeting templates, financial models, and reporting tools to improve planning processes
• Partner with operational leaders and finance teams to provide analysis that supports strategic and business decisions
• Coordinate quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Analyze budget variances, trends, and key performance indicators to identify risks and opportunities
• Prepare financial reports and recommendations for management review
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to budgeting and reporting processes

ABOUT YOU:

You are a highly analytical finance professional with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. You excel at transforming data into actionable insights and are comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Known for your attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities, you bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and thrive when supporting large-scale budget initiatives.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a meaningful public sector organization while applying your expertise to high-impact financial initiatives. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment and gain exposure to complex budgeting processes. A competitive hourly wage, flexible contract experience, and the opportunity to support strategic organizational priorities make this an attractive assignment for an accomplished finance professional.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• CPA designation is required
• Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis
• Proven ability to develop budget templates, planning models, and management reports
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
• Experience supporting large or complex budget cycles
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Previous public sector experience is highly preferred

Join a high-impact finance team where your expertise will directly influence budgeting decisions, improve financial planning processes, and help shape organizational success during a critical budget cycle. Don’t delay, Apply Today! Please quote job reference number 05110-0013532776 on all communication. Robert Half would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants in advance for their expressed interest!! The job you want is just an app away. Whether remote or on-site, search for a job you’ll love with the Robert Half app. Download on the App Store or get it on Google Play.