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Tasks & work activities — budget manager

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 13-2031.00 (Budget Analysts) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 1211; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

  • [Core] Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
  • [Core] Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
  • [Core] Consult with managers to ensure that budget adjustments are made in accordance with program changes.
  • [Core] Match appropriations for specific programs with appropriations for broader programs, including items for emergency funds.
  • [Core] Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
  • [Core] Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.
  • [Core] Seek new ways to improve efficiency and increase profits.
  • [Core] Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
  • [Core] Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
  • [Core] Perform cost-benefit analyses to compare operating programs, review financial requests, or explore alternative financing methods.
  • [Core] Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.
  • [Core] Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
  • [Supplemental] Testify before examining and fund-granting authorities, clarifying and promoting the proposed budgets.

Detailed work activities

  • Advise others on financial matters.
  • Analyze budgetary or accounting data.
  • Analyze business or financial data.
  • Discuss business strategies, practices, or policies with managers.
  • Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
  • Gather financial records.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
  • Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
  • Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
  • Verify accuracy of financial information.