Budget Manager manages and coordinates budgeting activities and the implementation of the organization's budget policies and guidelines. Monitors actual performance against estimates and prepares annual and interim budgets. Being a Budget Manager coordinates budget appropriations and responds to exception requests for funds. Monitors and analyzes performance against budgets. Additionally, Budget Manager implements and supports tools and reporting used for planning, forecasting, monitoring, and decision support. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting. Typically reports to a director. The Budget Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Budget Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Robert Half Talent Solutions has an opening for a Budget Manager. The Budget Manager is responsible for developing, monitoring, and analyzing the hospital's budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing financial guidance to hospital administrators and department heads.
Responsibilities:
1. Budget Development:
- Work with hospital leadership to develop annual operating and capital budgets.
- Collaborate with department heads to gather budget requests and ensure they align with the hospital's strategic goals.
2. Budget Monitoring:
- Track and monitor budget performance throughout the fiscal year, identifying and addressing variances promptly.
- Prepare regular financial reports and budget status updates for hospital management.
3. Financial Analysis:
- Conduct financial analyses to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and potential revenue enhancements.
- Make recommendations based on data and analysis to improve financial performance.
4. Cost Control:
- Implement and monitor cost control measures to ensure expenses align with budgetary constraints.
- Review and approve financial transactions to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines.
5. Forecasting:
- Develop financial forecasts to assist hospital leadership in making informed decisions about resource allocation.
- Analyze and project future revenue and expenses.
6. Compliance and Regulation:
- Ensure that budgetary and financial practices adhere to regulatory and compliance standards specific to the healthcare industry.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in healthcare finance regulations and adjust practices accordingly.
- Identify process gaps and develop and document go-forward processes.
7. Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and present financial reports, presentations, and recommendations to hospital executives and the board of directors.
- Assist with annual audits and financial statement preparations.
8. Strategic Planning:
- Collaborate with hospital leadership to align budgeting strategies with the hospital's long-term strategic goals.
- Participate in strategic planning activities related to financial management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field (Master's degree is often preferred).
- Relevant work experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or healthcare finance.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare finance regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, budgeting software, financial modeling).
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.