Budget Analyst

Budget analyst provides support to ministry managers and directors. The budget analyst is responsible for providing assistance and analysis during the budget-development process.

The budget analyst must be able to, on a periodic and ongoing basis, look at the departmental budgets to assess current expenditures compared to budget. This analysis must include the development and use of quantitative measures to be able to properly assess the status of budgetary goals and direct the future decision-making on organizational expenditures. The budget analyst must also be able to present this information to management, executives, and other team members in a clear, comprehensive manner that allows individuals without extensive financial training to understand the current and future budget situation.

Works with leadership to develop departmental budgets and forecasts. Integrates as part of the team for the managers and directors they support, becoming informed and aware of the team’s operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare monthly financial and report packages for distribution to management team. Conduct monthly budget meetings with management team. Support accounting activities within the department to ensure accurate recording and reporting of expenses, projects and revenue.

Directs compilation of data based on statistical studies. Analyze past and current years to prepare budgets and to justify funds requested. Review operating budgets periodically to analyze trends and variances affecting budget needs.

The Budget Analyst will also consult with management to ensure changes or new initiatives are quantified, in order to facilitate accurate long-term planning. Direct preparation of regular and special budget reports to interpret budget directives and to establish policies for carrying out directives. Create activity and project codes in the accounting, donor management system and credit card management system.

Assist with monthly close process. Special projects as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred) or bachelor’s degree in Business One to three years of related experience required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience : Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions and reports is required. Excellent listening, analytical and problem-solving skills are required. Ability to work independently on assignments or projects, while working cooperatively in a team environment.

Ability to work effectively on multiple projects or tasks concurrently and prioritize to meet deadlines. Adept at using Microsoft Excel. Experience with or ability to learn ERP, Reporting and Budgeting software.

Good organizational skills are a necessity. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures used in accounting, planning and budgeting.

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED: Standard office equipment, including, but not limited to computer, calculator, facsimile, telephone, copier and printers TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to sit at a desk and/or computer for a minimum of 7.5 hours per day.

Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Must be able to walk or move to and from various conference or meeting room locations throughout ministry buildings.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS: Must have the ability to give, receive, and quickly analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans. Must be organized and detailed.

Must be task and goal oriented with minimum supervision required. Must be able to strategize and think analytically. Must have the ability to multi-task.

Must have a good command of the English language. Must adapt well and react favorably to changing work situations and be able to grasp and apply new ideas. Must relate and interact favorably with people across departments and at all levels of the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in a secured office environment. Other: Born again believer and must adhere to the doctrines of this organization as upheld by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland and their appointed representatives Must work well with others, as a team and according to Romans 16:17, must not cause dissension, difficulties and divisions Must maintain a good attendance record Membership and attendance at EMIC are preferred Because of the wide range of personal contact with ministry leaders within and outside the organization, this position requires considerable diplomacy, maturity, and excellent communication skills Ability to work with people of all cultures