Budget Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

. Develop, monitor, and analyze program, grant, and organizational budgets .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in budgeting, financial analysis, and grant management, with a strong ability to prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements. Proficient in communicating complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.

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Budget DevelopmentFinancial AnalysisGrant ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyKnowledge of GAAP

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Hard Skills

BudgetingFinancial ReportingGrant BudgetingCost ProjectionsBudget ModificationsBudget NarrativesFinancial AnalysisCompliance MonitoringGrant ManagementBudget Preparation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Non-ProfitHuman ServicesFederal FundingState FundingLocal Government FundingFoundation Funding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, monitor, and analyze program, grant, and organizational budgets
Partner with program leadership, finance staff, and business development personnel
Prepare grant budgets, contract budgets, budget modifications, funding proposals, financial reports, and budget narratives
Support funding opportunities by developing accurate cost projections
Ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements
Communicate financial information to financial and non-financial stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is required
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, grant budgeting, or grant management, preferably in a non-profit or human services environment
May consider a combination of education, training, and experience
Experience developing and managing grant and contract budgets
Experience working with federal, state, local government, and/or foundation funder programs preferred
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Ability to analyze complex financial information and prepare clear financial reports
Experience preparing budget narratives and responding to funding opportunities preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong Communication Skills
Intermediate Microsoft Excel
Advanced Basic Computer Skills
Candidates may be asked to provide examples of budget reports, budget narratives, grant budgets, or other work products demonstrating relevant budgeting and financial analysis experience, with confidential information redacted

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Prescription
Dental
Vision
Short Term Disability UNUM
Supplemental Insurances
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Weekly Pay
Direct Deposit