Arkansas Department of Health
4815 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Position Number: 22106721
County: Pulaski City: Little Rock
Posting End Date: 09/25/25/25
Anticipated Starting Salary: $57,351.01
Administration – Office of Finance – Budget Section
*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*
Additional Preferences:
Occasional in-state travel with some occasional overtime may be required.
This position is responsible for providing assistance with the annual and biennial budget preparation and fiscal management of the agency. Knowledge of Arkansas Department of Health agency and funding structure is preferred.
Experience working with the Arkansas Administrative Statewide Information Systems (AASIS) and PBAS preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel pivot tables and Outlook preferred.
Hiring Official: Z. Swift
Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501-661-2268
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.
Position Information
Job Series: Budget
Classification: Budget Analyst – Career Path
Class Code: FBU01P
Pay Grade: SGS07
Salary Range: $57,351- $84,879
Job Summary
The Budget Analyst plays a vital role in assisting with the development, implementation, and analysis of a department’s budget. This position supports the preparation of financial documents, ensures compliance with state regulations, and monitors departmental spending to optimize the allocation of state resources. The Budget Analyst will work closely with senior financial staff and department heads to provide insights into budgetary performance and make recommendations for improvements.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist in preparing and organizing the state’s annual budget by gathering financial data, creating projections, and analyzing historical data to ensure accurate and effective budget planning.
Collaborate with department managers to gather relevant data for the creation of department-specific budgets, ensuring alignment with overall state financial goals.
Prepare budget reports and present financial summaries to support strategic decision-making for budget allocations.
Conduct financial analysis to determine budget trends, and help identify areas for cost-saving or reallocation of resources.
Prepare and maintain financial reports that detail the department’s budgetary status, including income, expenditures, and forecasts.
Ensure the department’s budget complies with relevant laws, regulations, and policies regarding financial management and reporting.
Knowledge and Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations for improving budget performance.
Ability to perform detailed variance analysis and explain the underlying causes of budget discrepancies.
Competence in developing financial models and forecasts to project future budgetary needs.
Exceptional attention to detail to ensure that financial data is accurate and budgetary decisions are well-supported by reliable information.
Ability to identify errors or inconsistencies in financial data and correct them before they affect the budget process.
Solid understanding of government budgeting processes, accounting principles, and financial regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field is required, plus two (2) years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or a related financial management field.
Licensure/Certifications
N/A
OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
