Budget Analysts

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1. 01Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
2. 02Seek new ways to improve efficiency and increase profits.
3. 03Match appropriations for specific programs with appropriations for broader programs, including items for emergency funds.
4. 04Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
5. 05Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
6. 06Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
7. 07Testify before examining and fund-granting authorities, clarifying and promoting the proposed budgets.
8. 08Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
9. 09Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
10. 10Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.
11. 11Perform cost-benefit analyses to compare operating programs, review financial requests, or explore alternative financing methods.
12. 12Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.

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