Budget Specialist

Summary of the Position: Budget Specialist is responsible for developing, monitoring, and analyzing program, grant, and organizational budgets. This position partners with program leadership, finance staff, and business development personnel to prepare grant budgets, contract budgets, budget modifications, funding proposals, financial reports, and budget narratives. The Budget Specialist will support funding opportunities by developing accurate cost projections and ensuring compliance with grant and contract requirements. The ideal candidate will possess experience in non-profit budgeting, grant financial management, government funding, and program budget development. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is required. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, grant budgeting, or grant management, preferably in a non-profit or human services environment. May consider a combination of education, training, and experience Experience developing and managing grant and contract budgets. Experience working with federal, state, local government, and/or foundation funder programs preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ability to analyze complex financial information and prepare clear financial reports. Experience preparing budget narratives and responding to funding opportunities preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Candidates may be asked to provide examples of budget reports, budget narratives, grant budgets, or other work products that demonstrates relevant budgeting and financial analysis experience, with confidential information redacted. Benefits Available: Medical/Prescription Vision Short Term Disability UNUM Supplemental Insurances Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Paid time off Holiday Pay 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Weekly Pay Direct Deposit Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics Travel Required No . May be some travel required for meetings and trainings Strong Communication Skills Intermediate Microsoft Excel Advanced Basic Computer Skills Advanced Functional Expert Considered a thought leader on a subject Team Player Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Ability to Make an Impact Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Experience 3 years: Experience developing and managing grant, contract budgets and working with federal, state, local government, and/or foundation-funded programs preferred. 3-5 years: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, grant budgeting, or grant management, preferably within a non-profit or human services environment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr