Senior Budget Analyst

$26.57 - $39.86 Hourly

$55,273 - $82,909 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Department Name : Environmental Protection Division

Program Area : Air Quality Bureau

Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMENV) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at :

As a valued new employee to the NMENV, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.

Why does the job exist?

The purpose of this position is to support the Air Quality Bureau in collaboration with the Bureau Financial Manager by providing financial and related administrative support, including purchasing, accounts payable, reconciliations, budget projections, deposits, and any other related financial operations.

How does it get done?

• Work extensively in the Statewide Financial Reporting System (SHARE)
• Manage accounts payable recording and completing reconciliations. Including accounts receivable and contracts
• Assist in annual budget preparation, analyze / review complex budget adjustment requests and budget projections
• Prepare and enter purchase orders and vouchers in a timely manner for all encumbrances
• Process travel requests in a timely manner
• Monitor revenue and expenditures
• Prepare journal entries when needed
• Oversee and support contracts and requests for proposal processes including tracking payments and reconciling

Who are the customers?

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following :

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and one (1) year of experience performing budget preparation, financial document preparation and management, policy / program analysis, budget monitoring, governmental accounting, and / or federal grant reporting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

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Agency Contact Information : Renee (Audrey) Cordova, (505) 795-2686 or Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.