Budget Specialist

At JetBrains, code is our passion. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. By automating routine checks and corrections, our tools speed up production, freeing developers to grow, discover, and create.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Budgeting Specialist to join our Financial Planning & Analysis team. The Budgeting Specialist will be responsible for preparing budgets using a budgeting tool (to be implemented), managing and monitoring budgets, identifying and escalating anomalies, conducting forecasting scenarios, implementing budget automation, developing budgeting proposals, and optimizing budgeting methodologies and processes.

The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, proficiency in budgeting tools, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support the organization's financial goals and objectives.

In this role, you’ll:

• Prepare and develop budgets using a budgeting tool, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Manage and monitor budgets on an ongoing basis to track expenses, identify variances, and ensure compliance with financial guidelines and targets.
• Identify and escalate anomalies or discrepancies in budget data, working closely with relevant stakeholders to investigate and resolve issues.
• Conduct forecasting scenarios to predict future financial performance and support decision-making processes.
• Implement budget automation processes within the budgeting tool to streamline and optimize budget preparation, management, and reporting.
• Develop and present budgeting proposals to senior management, outlining budgetary needs, recommendations, and justifications.
• Optimize budgeting methodology and processes to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of budgeting activities.
• Collaborate with finance teams, department heads, and business leaders to understand budgetary requirements, constraints, and priorities.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to budgeting and financial management.
• Participate in budget reviews, discussions, and presentations with stakeholders to facilitate decision-making and the prioritization of financial resources.
• Engage in the selection and rollout of budgeting tools, ensuring alignment with organizational requirements and goals.

We’ll be happy to have you on our team if you:

• Possess a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) would be considered a plus.
• Have proven experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and budgeting tool administration.
• Are proficient in the use of budgeting tools and software, with experience in budget automation preferred.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Are able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priority tasks concurrently.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Have a keen eye for detail and value accuracy in your work.
• Are proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.
• Have demonstrated an ability to adapt to changing business needs and evolving organizational priorities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and innovation in budgeting processes and tools.