What they do
|
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
|
| |
| Also called: |
|
Budget Analyst, Budget and Policy Analyst, Budget Coordinator, Budget Officer, Budget Planning Analyst, Cost Analyst, Financial Services Officer, Fiscal Analyst, Fiscal Budget Analyst
|
| |
|
|
|
| |
Wages
|
|
| Vermont - 2024 |
| Percentile1 | Hourly | Yearly |
| 10% |
$ 32.14 |
$66,840 |
| 25% |
$ 34.40 |
$71,550 |
| Median |
$ 42.57 |
$88,550 |
| 75% |
$ 49.32 |
$102,590 |
| 90% |
$ 49.67 |
$103,310 |
|
| Average |
$ 42.65 |
$88,720 |
|
|
| More at CareerOneStop |
|
| | |
Industries of Employment
| United States - 2022 |
| Industry | Percent of total |
- Federal government, excluding postal service
| 24% |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 14% |
- State government, excluding education and hospitals
| 11% |
- Local government, excluding education and hospitals
| 10% |
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
| 9% |
| More at BLS |
|
|
| |
Knowledge
| People in this career often know a lot about: |
- Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
|
- Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
|
- English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
|
- Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
|
- Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Skills
| People in this career often have these skills: |
- Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
|
- Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
|
- Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
|
- Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
|
- Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Interests
| People in this career often prefer these work environments: |
- Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
|
- Enterprising
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
|
- Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
|
| What are your interests? Take the O*NET Interest Profiler |
|
|
| |
Work Styles
| People in this career will do well at jobs that need: |
- Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
|
- Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
|
- Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
|
- Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
|
- Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Tasks
| On the job, you would: |
- Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
|
- Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
|
- Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
|
- Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
|
- Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
| Related Occupations
|
| |
|
|
| Career Video
|
| |
Projected Employment
|
|
| Vermont |
| 2022 employment |
43 |
| 2032 employment |
46 |
Annual percent change
(compounded) |
0.7% |
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations) |
3 |
| More at Occupational Projections |
|
| | |
Education and Experience:
- Typical education needed for entry
Bachelor's degree
|
- Work experience in a related occupation
None
|
- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
|
| Based on BLS Education and Training Classifications |
|
|
| |
Physical Work Activity
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
|
- Physical activity is Somewhat Important
|
|
|
|
| Low |  | High |
|
|
|
| Compare Occupations at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Job Zone
| Considerable Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(7.0 to < 8.0) - A typical worker will require
over 2 years up to and including 4 years
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
|
| Based on O*Net Job Zones and SVP |
|
|
| |
Education Level
| How much education do most people in this career have? |
| Education level |  | Percent of
U.S. Workers |
Doctoral or professional degree
or post-MA certificate | | 0% |
Master's degree or
post-BA certificate | | 8% |
| Bachelor's degree | | 77% |
| Associate's degree | | 0% |
Certificate or some college,
no degree | | 2% |
High school diploma
or equivalent | | 13% |
| Less than high school diploma | | 0% |
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Abilities
| People in this career often have talent in: |
- Mathematical Reasoning
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
|
- Number Facility
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
|
- Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
|
- Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
|
- Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Work Activities
| In general, what you might do: |
- Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
|
- Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
|
- Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
|
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
|
- Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Detailed Work Activities
| What you might do in a day: |
- Analyze budgetary or accounting data.
|
- Advise others on financial matters.
|
- Gather financial records.
|
- Verify accuracy of financial information.
|
- Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Other Resources
|
- CareerOneStop
resource for job seekers, students, businessess and career professionals
|
- O*NET Online
nation's primary source of occupational information
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
