Budget Analyst
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Budget Analyst

FirstDay Foundation

Job Location : Texas City,TX, USA

Posted on : 2025-09-02T07:30:55Z

Job Description :

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! Academic Requirements: Required - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree or CPA preferred. Experience Requirements: Required -Minimum three years of experience in budgeting, cost estimation, or financial analysis, preferably in nonprofit or public sector contracting and grant development. Experience with federal and state grant and contract proposal development is strongly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and budgeting software, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to interpret and apply grant and contract funding requirements across multiple affiliate organizations. Summary: The Budget Analyst supports affiliate nonprofit organizations by developing, reviewing, and refining budgets for public and private funding proposals. This position acts as a cost estimator, working closely with program and development staff to ensure proposed budgets are accurate, defensible, and aligned with funder requirements. The role ensures consistency in financial narratives and helps affiliates present compelling, cost-effective proposals in highly competitive environments. Critical Action Items: Proposal Budget Development & Cost Estimation 1. Develop detailed budget templates and pricing models for new grant and contract proposals and renewals 2. Review and revise affiliate-provided budget inputs to ensure alignment with solicitation requirements and cost principles 3. Analyze cost data and labor trends to provide realistic and competitive pricing 4. Ensure budget narratives clearly support the proposed costs and programmatic strategies 5. Partner with Strategy and Business Development team to ensure fiscal integrity and competitiveness of submitted budgets Technical Assistance & Affiliate Support 6. Provide training and technical assistance to affiliate staff on proposal budgeting best practices for grants and contracts 7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve cost estimation workflows and budget planning capacity 8. Identify areas of cost risk or compliance concern early in the budget development process Market & Financial Analysis 9. Monitor federal, state, and philanthropic trends in cost structure and rate-setting for both grant-funded and contract opportunities 10. Assist in evaluating pricing strategies for new lines of service or expansion areas 11. Conduct retrospective budget performance reviews to inform future pricing strategies for grant and contract submissions Measurable Deliverables: 1. Deliver accurate, compliant, and funder-aligned budgets for at least 90% of assigned proposals 2. Conduct at least two financial training or support sessions per quarter for affiliate teams 3. Maintain a centralized repository of standard budget tools, templates, and pricing assumptions 4. Identify and document pricing trends in at least three major funding streams annually Credentials, Skills and Abilities: 1. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail 2. Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, cost principles, and funder-specific requirements 3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to translate complex financial data 4. Ability to work on multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines 5. Familiarity with nonprofit finance and public-sector pricing strategies 6. Valid state driver's license and the ability to pass a clear criminal background check Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you! EEO Statement In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #LI-Business Development #LI-Mid-Senior level #LI-Full-time

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