1. University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA • Private
In-State Tuition
$55,584
Enrollment
10,764
Senior budget analysts are responsible for overseeing the financial resources of an organization. They oversee the allocation of funds, monitor the results of company investments, and advise on improved financial transactions for the future.
You might work for commercial organizations, state or government agencies. Educational institutions, non-profit organizations, or private businesses might hire you as well. Your main task will be creating annual budgets that cover all expenses and activities the organization has to fund over the course of a year. You will work closely together with management, making strategic decisions and working towards maintaining the financial equilibrium of the entity.
People in this position usually possess at least a bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or a finance-related field. As a senior professional, years of experience are behind you when you take on this role. You are obviously great with numbers and analytical thinking, you have a strong network and excellent interpersonal skills, and you are highly competent in handling databases, spreadsheets, and other software used for financial analysis. Your salary will reflect the complexity of your responsibilities, reaching an annual average of $74,000.
