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Senior Budget Analyst jobs are open across federal agencies, healthcare systems, higher education, and state governments, at levels from analyst to senior and principal, with specializations in capital budgeting, performance-based budgeting, and forecasting. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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THIS POSITION REQUIRES FULL-TIME, ON-SITE PRESENCE IN SANTA FE.
The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) is the state's central fiscal agency, responsible for oversight of state and local government financial operations. The Local Government Division (LGD) provides financial oversight, technical assistance, and grant administration to New Mexico's local governments, including municipalities, counties, school districts, and tribal entities. LGD's Budget and Finance Bureau (BFB) ensures local governments comply with state budget and financial reporting requirements.
Why does the job exist?
This position exists to provide direct financial oversight and technical assistance to New Mexico local governments in support of budget compliance, financial reporting, and fiscal accountability. The analyst carries an assigned caseload of municipalities and counties, ensuring each entity meets statutory requirements under state law and supporting DFA's mission of responsible stewardship of public funds.
How does it get done?
The Budget Analyst manages an assigned caseload of municipalities and counties, reviewing and analyzing local government budgets, financial reports, and audit findings for compliance with applicable state statutes and regulations. The analyst provides technical assistance to local government officials on budget preparation, amendment processes, and fiscal management; monitors financial data for accuracy and completeness; identifies compliance deficiencies and works with entities to develop corrective action; and coordinates with other LGD bureaus and DFA divisions as needed.
Who are the customers?
This position serves an assigned caseload of New Mexico municipalities and counties, as well as other political subdivisions, and the general public who depends on fiscally sound local governance. Internally, the position supports LGD leadership, DFA, and the Legislature.
Ideal Candidate
This position serves an assigned caseload of New Mexico municipalities and counties, as well as other political subdivisions, and the general public who depends on fiscally sound local governance. Internally, the position supports LGD leadership, DFA, and the Legislature.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration and four (4) years of directly related experience in budgeting, accounting, and/or auditing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience. For use at the State Investment Council only: any budgeting, accounting, and/or auditing experience is acceptable.
Employment Requirements
Pre-employment criminal background check is required, and employment offer will not be extended prior to results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences.
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Agency Contact Information: Jennifer Gallegos, Bureau Chief 505-690-8464 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES FULL-TIME, ON-SITE PRESENCE IN SANTA FE.
The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) is the state's central fiscal agency, responsible for oversight of state and local government financial operations. The Local Government Division (LGD) provides financial oversight, technical assistance, and grant administration to New Mexico's local governments, including municipalities, counties, school districts, and tribal entities. LGD's Budget and Finance Bureau (BFB) ensures local governments comply with state budget and financial reporting requirements.
Why does the job exist?
This position exists to provide direct financial oversight and technical assistance to New Mexico local governments in support of budget compliance, financial reporting, and fiscal accountability. The analyst carries an assigned caseload of municipalities and counties, ensuring each entity meets statutory requirements under state law and supporting DFA's mission of responsible stewardship of public funds.
How does it get done?
The Budget Analyst manages an assigned caseload of municipalities and counties, reviewing and analyzing local government budgets, financial reports, and audit findings for compliance with applicable state statutes and regulations. The analyst provides technical assistance to local government officials on budget preparation, amendment processes, and fiscal management; monitors financial data for accuracy and completeness; identifies compliance deficiencies and works with entities to develop corrective action; and coordinates with other LGD bureaus and DFA divisions as needed.
Who are the customers?
This position serves an assigned caseload of New Mexico municipalities and counties, as well as other political subdivisions, and the general public who depends on fiscally sound local governance. Internally, the position supports LGD leadership, DFA, and the Legislature.
Ideal Candidate
This position serves an assigned caseload of New Mexico municipalities and counties, as well as other political subdivisions, and the general public who depends on fiscally sound local governance. Internally, the position supports LGD leadership, DFA, and the Legislature.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration and four (4) years of directly related experience in budgeting, accounting, and/or auditing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience. For use at the State Investment Council only: any budgeting, accounting, and/or auditing experience is acceptable.
Employment Requirements
Pre-employment criminal background check is required, and employment offer will not be extended prior to results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Jennifer Gallegos, Bureau Chief 505-690-8464 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education12
- Government & Public Sector11
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Technology & Software4
- Consulting & Professional Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior budget analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field
- Three to five or more years of budget analysis or financial planning experience
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modeling and enterprise budget software such as SAP, Hyperion, or Anaplan
- Experience building budget narratives, justifications, and presentations for senior leadership
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential preferred
- Familiarity with federal appropriations law, OMB Circular A-11, or applicable regulatory budget frameworks
Tips for Your Senior Budget Analyst Job Search
Quantify your forecasting accuracy on your resume
Senior budget analyst roles attract candidates who can prove outcomes, not just describe duties. Cite specific forecast cycles you owned, the budget size you managed, and any variance reductions you drove. Recruiters in government and healthcare scan for these figures fast.
Highlight the right software for each posting
Budget tools vary sharply by sector. Federal postings often call for FPDS or MAX, while corporate roles lean on Hyperion, Anaplan, or SAP. Tailor your resume's skills section to match the exact platform named in each listing before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior budget analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target sectors where your experience transfers cleanly
A defense contracting background reads differently than a university budget office background. Filter your search by industry and lead your cover letter with one sentence that names the sector and ties your past work directly to the employer's budget environment.
Prepare a case-study answer for interview
Most senior budget analyst panels include a scenario question asking how you handled a mid-year budget cut or a failed forecast. Draft a two-minute structured answer using a real example: the constraint, your analysis, the recommendation, and the result.
Negotiate using the full compensation structure
Government and higher education roles often have rigid pay bands, but leave room to negotiate telework days, professional development funds, or accelerated step increases. Know the grade and step structure before your offer call and ask specifically about those levers.
Senior Budget Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior budget analysts?
The companies hiring the most senior budget analysts right now include Integrated Intel Solutions, New York State Division of Budget, and Credence, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Federal agencies, large health systems, and public universities consistently account for a significant portion of total demand.
How many senior budget analyst jobs are remote?
About 47% of senior budget analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote availability higher in corporate financial planning and analysis roles than in state or federal government positions, which more frequently require on-site presence for budget cycle work and stakeholder meetings.
How do you become a senior budget analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics, then spend several years in a junior budget analyst or financial analyst role building experience with budget formulation, execution, and variance analysis. Earning a credential such as the CGFM or CPA strengthens your profile for advancement. Demonstrated experience managing a full budget cycle independently is typically what separates senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Can you get hired as a senior budget analyst with limited experience?
Moving directly into a senior role with limited budget-specific experience is difficult, but transferable skills can help bridge the gap. Strong accounting, grants management, or financial reporting backgrounds are viewed favorably. Targeting organizations that promote from within, or roles labeled senior analyst where the team is smaller and the scope is narrower, gives you a realistic entry point while you build toward the full qualification profile.
What does the senior budget analyst interview process look like?
Most senior budget analyst interviews run two to three rounds. An initial screening call focuses on your budget software experience and the size of the budgets you have managed. A panel or hiring manager interview typically includes competency-based questions on forecasting, stakeholder communication, and handling mid-year adjustments. Some federal and government roles add a written exercise or a scenario-based budget problem you work through during the interview.
Where can I find and apply to senior budget analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to senior budget analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and sector preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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