Aston Carter · 2 days ago
Budget Specialist
Wethersfield, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $25/hr
2+ years expAston Carter is a corporate talent solutions provider seeking a dedicated and skilled Budget Specialist to join their Accounting & Finance Team. The role involves providing technical and financial support services, preparing budget documents for grant applications, and participating in project work teams.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop initial budget templates for new, renewal, or revised budgets
Review internal budgets for approval, ensuring inclusion of staff allocations, direct costs, occupancy allocations, and indirect costs according to OMB guidelines
Coordinate with Department Heads and Program staff to balance internal budgets prior to final review
Conduct budget analysis to prepare for budget revisions
Formulate budget projections and make recommendations for adjustments to Program Managers
Complete budget forms for renewal grant applications, new grant applications, budget revisions, and other funding requests
Perform additional duties as needed or assigned
Qualification
Required
Two years of related accounting experience in a nonprofit agency required
Proficiency in budget management and budget analysis
Experience with grants and budget planning
Audit support experience
Basic knowledge of accounting functions and GAAP
High proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and macros
Strong writing skills for integrating financial reports to funders
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or a combination of education and experience
Three years of experience in analytical and problem-solving skills preferred
Knowledge of Federal and State funding regulations preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Understanding of program operations, budgeting, and financial management preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
Aston Carter
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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