Job brief

We are looking for a responsible Budget Manager to develop our company’s budget and oversee its implementation. You will also review budget proposals and prepare financial documents and reports.

Our ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance and is familiar with the legal regulations of accounting and budgeting. You should combine excellent numeracy skills with the ability to analyze and present complex data. To be successful in this role, you should be able to use critical thinking to create financial forecasts and make budgeting decisions.

Ultimately, you should plan, evaluate, design, and implement our company’s budget, ensuring business growth and compliance with the law.

Responsibilities

Design effective budget models for departments and the entire company
Analyze financial information (e.g. revenues, expenditures, and cash management) to ensure all operations are within budget
Present annual budgets to senior managers
Review budget requests for approval
Forecast future budget needs
Identify variances between actual and budgeted financial results at the end of each reporting period
Suggest spending improvements that increase profits
Review the company’s budget for compliance with legal regulations
Ensure department managers meet budget submission deadlines
Design and implement effective budgeting policies and procedures

Requirements

Proven work experience as a Budget Manager or Budget Analyst
Hands-on experience with accounting software and statistical packages
Knowledge of MS Excel (specifically, advanced formulas, pivot tables, and charts)
Familiarity with forecasting methods and data analysis
Excellent numeracy skills with attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Knowledge of accounting best practices and regulations
Ability to explain budgeting and financial information in plain terms
BSc/MSc degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field