Budget Analyst

$31.32-$35.71 per hour

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under general supervision, is responsible for working with the Budget Department in analyzing, preparing, allocating, monitoring, reviewing and controlling agency program budgets. Primary functions in an efficient and effective manner include assisting with managing all agency budget approval process.

• Reviews and monitors monthly Payroll data and identifies exceptions.
• Reviews purchase requests for accuracy and alignment with the budget requirements.
• Identifies annual, monthly and cyclical spending limits
• Communicates and coordinates with Purchasing, Accounts Payable and Billing departments on a regular basis.
• Assists with coding expenses to appropriate cost centers and departments as needed.
• Assists with the maintenance of SDV’s staff register records, including tracking of new hires, terminations and other changes.
• Assists with the input of electronic versions of approval budgets into databases and financial systems.

• College degree or equivalent experience
• Two years of professional experience in a financial or analytical environment
• Proficiency in Excel (including formulas, data entry, and basic analysis)
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to identify spending patterns and variances
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to manage recurring monthly and cyclical tasks
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Billing, and program staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling payroll and personnel related information
• Strong attention to detail for coding expenses, reviewing purchase requests, and maintaining staff records
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a deadline driven environment

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