Budget Analyst

About Claratel Behavioral Health
Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff.
If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all.

Job Summary
Assist with the development, preparation, and revision of DeKalb CSB operating budget. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, expenditure trends and projections, budget allocations, variance analysis, operational reports, or other documents within designated timeframes. Perform reviews and analysis of budget program and policy issues. Responsible for expense reimbursement contract submissions, tracking, and collections. Performs expenditure analyses and prepares budget-related financial summaries and recommendations for management review.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under general supervision, incumbent duties and responsibilities will include but is not limited to the following:

• Assist with the budget preparation including but not limited to budget calendar, planning, development, and budget planning meeting with directors and managers.
• Conduct monthly reviews comparing budget to actual to ensure compliance with approved budget and commenting on high and low variances.
• Compile, submit, track, and monitor all expense reimbursement contracts
• Analyze monthly preliminary financial statements for missing expenses, prepare expense accrual entries.
• Generate invoicing for expense-based contracts and record to revenue and accounts receivables.
• Identify potential problems and inform directors and managers with recommend solutions.
• Prepare or complete various forms, reports, correspondence, expenditure trends and projections, budget allocations, variance analysis, operational reports, or other documents within designated timeframes.
• Analyze budget submission, funds request processes and new position request; make recommendations to increase efficiency and accuracy and monitor new or changing budgetary implications.
• Develop and submit budget reports monthly; work with directors and managers to develop and refine statements of departmental objectives; perform periodic reviews of budget variances and progress on objectives.
• Analyze data and identify trends; make recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations.
• Notify directors and managers of developments at the State level that may impact their departments including but not limited to contract changes or performance expectations.
• Participate in field research projects; prepare financial information; assist departments with policy and procedures if necessary.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

SKILL, COMPETENCY AND EDUCATION AND/OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of budget development process
• Knowledge of state contract and reporting requirements
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain financial information
• Knowledge of financial system
• Ability to interpret and apply DCSB policies and procedures
• Ability to apply rules, regulations, and policies to specific budget programs and areas
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Skilled in the use of accounting spreadsheet applications
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field OR 2 or more years of fiscal analysis experience

**Hybrid consideration after 3 months Introduction period**

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by ADA requirements for applicants and employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The job requires lifting and carrying up to 5lbs

Pre-employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.
Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)

Claratel Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who may require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law to perform the essential functions of this job are encouraged to contact Human Resources at hrhelp@claratel.org.