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Budget Analysts
Description
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
Common Tasks
- Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
- Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
- Consult with managers to ensure that budget adjustments are made in accordance with program changes.
- Match appropriations for specific programs with appropriations for broader programs, including items for emergency funds.
- Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $36.93 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $26.83 and $50.50 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $76,822.84 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $55,803.24 and $105,036.59 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 620 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 8.1% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 670.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $33.00 with the median annual salary reaching $70,181.
