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Budget Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Budget Analyst

Alamosa, CO ยท On-site

$57K - $68K/yr

Supports the Budget Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Assists in the development of training for budget managers. Monitors budgets with regards to sufficient funds. Oversee all ...

Budget Analyst

Alamosa, CO ยท On-site

$57K - $68K/yr

Supports the Budget Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Assists in the development of training for budget managers. Monitors budgets with regards to sufficient funds. Oversee all ...

Budget Analyst

Colorado Springs, CO ยท On-site

$67K - $101K/yr

Budget Opening Date: 09/03/2026 Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt HR Contact Information: Christopher Diaz: ChristopherDiaz2@elpasoco.com Need help with applying? Visit our ...

Budget Analyst

Colorado Springs, CO ยท On-site

$67K - $101K/yr

El Paso County is seeking a motivated Budget Analyst to support key financial initiatives and help shape the County's financial future. In this impactful role, you'll analyze budget requests ...

$91K/yr

The incumbent will be responsible for the alignment and traceability of program requirements, budget exhibits, and agency financial execution structure. Qualifications:You may qualify at the NH-03 ...

$91K/yr

The incumbent will be responsible for the alignment and traceability of program requirements, budget exhibits, and agency financial execution structure. Qualifications:You may qualify at the NH-03 ...

SUPERVISORY BUDGET ANALYST

Aurora, CO ยท On-site +1

$83K - $108K/yr

Performs budget formulation work involving review and preparation of budget estimates and financial plans. * Performs budget execution and administration work involving the monitoring of obligations ...

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How much do budget jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for budget in Colorado is $102,520.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,100.00 and $118,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a budget job?

Budget jobs focus on budget planning, resource allocation, product pricing, and cost analysis. As a budget analyst, you work on financial plans for a company or organization. You may make projections, perform research, and suggest steps to increase profitability. Budget managers or financial managers help with planning. In this career, you oversee or assess the implementation of a budget. Accountants and internal auditors track income and spending, evaluate adherence to the budget, and issue reports on their findings. Other professionals, such as cost estimators, are involved in the budgeting process as well.

What does a budget analyst do?

A budget analyst is responsible for helping organizations plan their finances, prepare budget reports, and monitor spending. They analyze budget proposals, review financial requests, and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently. Budget analysts also provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and assist in making informed financial decisions. Their role is crucial in helping organizations meet financial goals and comply with regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by budget analysts when working with multiple departments?

Budget analysts often work with various departments, each with their own priorities and financial needs. A common challenge is balancing these competing interests while ensuring that budget recommendations align with organizational goals and compliance requirements. Effective communication, negotiation, and a strong understanding of both the organization's financial policies and each department's objectives are essential. Collaboration and flexibility help budget analysts develop feasible solutions that satisfy stakeholders and maintain fiscal responsibility.

What is the difference between Budget vs Cost Analyst?

AspectBudgetCost Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in finance, accounting, or related fieldSimilar credentials, often with certifications like CPA or CMA
Work EnvironmentCorporate, government, or non-profit organizationsCorporate, consulting firms, or government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed for planning financial resourcesUsed for analyzing and controlling costs
Comparison Search IntentUnderstanding budgeting processes and rolesAnalyzing cost data and financial efficiency

While both roles involve financial analysis, a Budget focuses on planning and allocating resources, whereas a Cost Analyst specializes in examining expenses to improve efficiency. Both positions require similar credentials and are common in corporate and government sectors, but their core functions differ in scope and purpose.

Is there a job for budgeting?

A budgeting job typically involves creating and managing financial plans, often requiring skills in accounting, finance, or Excel. These roles are common in finance departments, government agencies, and private companies, and may require certifications such as a CPA or financial analyst credentials.

What are the most commonly searched types of Budget jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Budget jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Budget jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Budget job openings:

Infographic showing various Budget job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,520 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

$57K - $68K/yr

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Position Summary:
Supports the Budget Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Assists in the development of training for budget managers. Monitors budgets with regards to sufficient funds. Oversee all student and club budgets, aiding and training as needed. Assist the Budget Director with maintaining institution's budget in Workday system. Oversee adjunct budgets and contracts, and coordinate summer adjunct contract preparation. Prepares various required reports.Specific Job Duties (Essential Functions and Responsibilities)
Budget Formulation & Reporting
  • Assist with the development of the annual budget.
  • Complete the Budget Data Book and distribute to required entities
  • Prepare Annual CHHE Tuition and Fee Survey, Administrative Salary Survey, and other State Reports as needed
  • Compile, review, and report Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Financial Survey
  • Maintain the budget request submission process, formatting and disbursing to E-team

Daily Budget Monitoring & Operations
  • Monitor all insufficient fund notifications and follow up with appropriate department
  • Oversee all club and trust and agency accounts, and assist them with monitoring their budgets
  • Responsible for various expense tracking and allocation such as adjunct tracking, summer instruction, and others as needed
  • Approve part-time/temporary staffing as part of budget management
  • Input budget transfers
Department Support & Collaboration
  • Primary contact for budget office, assisting departments with guidance as to their budgets, Workday, and related issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies.

Systems, Payroll & Miscellaneous
  • Analyze all software system upgrades and test accordingly
  • Review payroll transactions and reports, ensuring proper payment and accounting of salary and benefits
  • Maintain Budget Office website
  • Other duties as assigned to support the needs of the department

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field,
  • 4 years of demonstrated experience in budgeting and forecasting, preferably within a higher education
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy and to work honestly, effectively, and collegiality with employees, students, and the community. This includes the ability to use appropriate conflict management skills to effectively manage any disagreement that might arise or to bring the disagreement to management for assistance in productive resolution when the situation requires it.

To be considered for this role, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that Adams State University is unable to provide sponsorship, transfer, or support for employment visas (such as H-1B, TN ect.) for this specific opening.
Location: On-site in Alamosa, CO
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $57,400-$68,900. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit our Human Resources Benefits Page.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically through Adams State University's Workday application portal.
No other format of application material will be accepted.
Completed applications include the following:
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be necessary at the time of appointment)
  • Three professional references, including phone number and email for each

For full consideration, applications should be received by 7/10/2026. Review of applications will begin immediately after this date.
The position will remain open until filled. Applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.
Questions about the position may be directed to Simone Lenzini at slenzini@adams.edu
Adams State University is committed to building and expanding the talent of its professional staff and actively seeks qualified applicants who bring unique perspectives, experiences, skills, and attributes that can augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff and can contribute to serving and preparing our students to engage and thrive in their learning, leadership, and service.
We strive to create a more representative workforce that mirrors the people who study, work, and lead our institution and welcome applications from candidates from all walks of life, especially members of communities who fall within state and federally protected classes such as: women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities.
We value qualified candidates, with varied language skills, who have a record of successful experience with varied communities and student populations, and who have a deep understanding of and commitment to the unique geographical and historical characteristics of the place we are situated in and the intersecting perspectives that define our university being a low-income, first-generation, and Hispanic-serving, rural anchor university. Therefore, we seek individuals committed to intentionally supporting students and colleagues who possess these characteristics through their teaching, service, and scholarship.
The successful candidate will join a campus that is dedicated to inclusive excellence and acknowledges Adams State's purpose to foster the educational goals of its students and the well-being of the surrounding community.
Additional information about the university and the academic mission may be found at www.adams.edu/academics/
Disclosures:
In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.
Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Adams State University (ASU) may be directed to ASU's Office of Equal Opportunity, and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. Support resources for sexual misconduct, ASU's sexual misconduct policies, contact information for the Adams State University's Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX, as well as a detailed procedure for filing a grievance due to discrimination on the basis of sex may be found online at https://www.adams.edu/administration/oeo/reporting-sexual-harassment/. These procedures also describe the University's response to reports and/or complaints of sex discrimination or sexual harassment.
Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status.