Budget Manager

Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking a highly experienced and strategic finance professional to lead budgeting, financial planning, and reporting functions. This individual will oversee financial operations, provide leadership to internal teams, and partner with executive stakeholders to drive sound financial decision-making and organizational performance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required; supplemented by seven (7) years of progressive experience in budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial administration, including at least four (4) years in a leadership or management capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Government Experience is required.

Certification Requirements:

Must hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in Georgia.

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing essential job functions and quickly learn, interpret, and apply organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Budget Management

Oversee the full lifecycle of organizational budgeting, including planning, development, monitoring, and reporting. Provide regular financial projections, analyze variances, and deliver insights to senior leadership. Review financial analyses prepared by staff and provide guidance on complex issues.

Budget Development & Execution

Lead the preparation and presentation of the annual budget, including establishing formats, coordinating inputs across departments, and developing financial models to ensure balanced and strategic allocation of resources. Partner with business leaders to review budget requests, develop recommendations, and finalize revenue and expense projections.

Ensure effective execution of the approved budget by maintaining financial system integrity, reviewing and approving budget changes, and monitoring departmental spending. Perform advanced accounting functions such as journal entries, variance analysis, and financial reconciliations.

Reporting & Financial Analysis

Prepare and deliver comprehensive financial reports, including quarterly and annual budget analyses. Support the preparation of financial statements and assist with year-end close processes. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise, mentor, and develop finance team members. Participate in hiring, performance management, and professional development. Assign and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines and organizational goals while ensuring high-quality outputs.

Operational & Strategic Support

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support financial decision-making, including reviewing purchasing requests, personnel actions, and vendor proposals for budget alignment. Provide analytical and technical financial expertise to support operational initiatives.

Stakeholder Communication

Serve as a key financial advisor to leadership, providing insights on revenue performance, expenditures, and organizational financial health. Present findings, recommendations, and reports to executive leadership as required.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations, and industry best practices. Identify process improvement opportunities and implement enhancements to optimize financial operations and reporting.

Core Competencies

• Data Analysis & Strategy: Ability to synthesize complex financial data, develop models, and drive strategic insights.
• Leadership & Decision-Making: Strong management skills with the ability to lead teams and make sound financial decisions.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting processes, and financial systems.
• Communication: Ability to clearly present complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to address complex financial challenges.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.