Budget Analyst

Budget Analyst

Salary

$61,406.35 - $98,250.16 Annually

Location

Cobb County Superior Court, GA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

05116

Department

Superior Court Administration

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Grade Code

112

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Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to prepare, submit, and monitor budgets for assigned departments.

Essential Functions

Assists in development, recommendation and publication of countys biennial budget process: reviews existing plans; reviews departmental operating budget requests; makes recommendations regarding funding levels; analyzes and estimates revenue and expense trends; identifies and recommends alternatives; assists with publishing budget documents for assigned departments; organizes and writes assigned sections; and assists with budget presentations.

Monitors budgetary compliance: conducts monthly reviews comparing budget to department reports; ensures compliance with approved budget; identifies potential problems and informs supervisor, department heads, and program administrators; recommends solutions; and compiles related reports.

Develops, designs, and conducts fiscal studies and research: develops analytical approaches and related reports; participates in field research projects; prepares financial information; assists departments with programs and procedures related to financial policies; analyzes budget submission and funds request processes; makes recommendations to increase efficiency and accuracy; and monitors new or changing legislation for budgetary implications.

Conducts site visits to departments to assess operations and analyze latest expenditures for purposes of forecasting total year-end projections: develops and submits written forecast reports accordingly; works with department heads, program administrators and staff to develop and refine statements of departmental objectives; performs periodic reviews of progress on objectives; and utilizes data obtained in the review process to update budget as necessary.

Conducts operational research, productivity analysis and management studies as assigned, to assist in the management of departmental operations, programs, and services: compiles and/or monitors various administrative and statistical data pertaining to divisional operations; researches information pertinent to task or project; analyzes data and identifies trends; makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, provide more responsive service, and/or optimize the use of resources; and prepares or generates related reports.

Assists the department managers with strategic and long-range planning for departmental operations; participates in planning efforts at the local and regional level; keeps department heads and program administrators apprised of developments at the state and federal level that impact the department; monitors pending legislation for impact on operations; and ensures compliance with new legislation.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, expenditure trends and projections, budget allocations, variance analysis, operational reports, or other documents within designated timeframes and per established procedures: compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Assists in preparation of agenda items for budget transactions authorized by the Board of Commissioners: reviews assigned departments submitted agenda for accuracy, clarity, grammar, format, required information and available funding; initiates corrective actions; creates funding statements; and creates Financial System files to process approved budget transfers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, or related field required; supplemented by two years of experience in budget preparation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.

01

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

• Yes
• No

05

Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

07

How many years of experience do you have in budget preparation?

• No experience
• Less than two years of experience
• Two to four years of experience
• More than four years of experience

08

Please describe your experience in budget preparation. Enter N/A if this does not apply.

09

This position requires an extensive criminal background check to gain access to secured court buildings throughout Cobb County Government and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Do you understand that your employment in this position is contingent upon successfully passing this background check?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Cobb County Government

Address 100 Cherokee Street

Suite #200

Marietta, Georgia, 30090

Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov