Budget Manager Job Description

A budget manager is responsible for preparing, implementing, and administering budgets for an organization or department.

Budget managers are usually responsible for budgeting and planning.

They create budgets to project the revenue and expenses of an organization for a timeframe of one year or longer.

Budget managers are in charge of forecasting the revenue of an organization, as well as the costs of goods or services.

They take the forecasted revenue and costs and determine the areas of the organization that need the most attention.

Budget managers are also in charge of creating and monitoring financial plans, including meeting financial objectives.

Budget managers prepare budgets, reconciliations, and analyses for an organization.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a budget manager who can help us to control our spending and help us to save money. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing budgets for businesses or organizations, and will be able to help us to create a budget that meets our needs.

Budget Manager Duties:

• Maintain and monitor the operating budget of the organization
• Provide guidance and feedback to others to strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas
• Collaborate with finance manager to coordinate budgeting and purchasing of equipment and materials
• Meet with vendors to negotiate discounts, terms, and conditions
• Identify areas of potential savings and cost-reduction
• Track and analyze expenditures to ensure expenditures are within the budget
• Determine appropriate staffing levels based on projected budgets and needs
• Establish and monitor fees, and prices
• Evaluate and monitor performance of all departments
• Promote and enforce established policies and standard operating procedures
• Identify and prioritize issues
• Implement solutions and monitor results
• Manage cash flow to maximize profits

Budget Manager Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, and analyze operational cost and expenditure data, compare budgeted costs to actual costs, and make recommendations to upper management regarding budget expenditures
• Locate, analyze, and report on potential cost savings opportunities
• Develop and maintain cost control strategies
• Attend budget meetings, work with finance team to develop budgets, and oversee the implementation of the approved budget
• Track and report on projects financial performance, making recommendations for budget changes as necessary
• Monitor and control spending within the budget

Requirements And Skills:

• Strong financial analysis skills, including knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Self-starter with strong organization skills

[Company Name] is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.