Budget Manager

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 and skills

Interested candidates should possess an OND qualification

Proven work experience as a Budget Manager

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 an attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of accounting best practices and regulations

Ability to explain budgeting and financial information in plain terms