Job Board Title:
Budget Analyst
Post Date
11/26/2025
Expiration Date
12/9/2025
Details:
The Finance Department has an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to perform professional analytical and complex administrative work in the budgetary process and in monitoring budgetary performance measures. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, analyzing budgetary data and requests, and interpreting and applying budget guidelines. Work includes performing budget preparation and financial research, assisting in the preparation of budget documents, performing analysis on general ledger accounts, preparing budget transfers and amendments, predicting revenues, responding to departmental requests for finance or budget data, preparing a variety of financial reports and records, assisting in projects requiring financial analysis, and review of historical financial data, and performing related fiscal duties. The successful candidate will be able to multitask, prioritize assignments, and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration and experience in budgeting or financial analysis, preferably in the public sector; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have a valid NC Driver's License.
Excellent analytical, reporting, presentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment and meet deadlines.
Ability to obtain NC Certified Local Government Budget Officer Certification.
1-3 years of governmental accounting experience preferred.
Comments:
We offer a rich benefit plan (Health Insurance - city contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, Onsite Wellness Clinic, 13 Paid Holidays, One day of Sick Leave accrued per month, One Annual day accrued per month, Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement Plan and City Contribution to 401(k) plan, and more).
Employer:
City of Salisbury
Contact:
Tracey Keyes
Address:
132 N. Main Street
Salisbury, NC 28144
Work Phone:
704-638-5217
Email:
humanresources@salisburync.gov
Website:
https://salisburync.gov/careers
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