Finance Budget Analysts
- Salary: 5,427 USD Monthly
- Salary Top:8,169
- Apply By: Feb 02, 2026
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Community and Economic Development
- Human and Social Services
- Natural Resources
- Political or Public Affairs
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Summary
FBAs analyze legislation and provide guidance to other state agencies on budget and financial procedures. They also assess unmet public needs and propose alternative solutions and recommendations to address those needs. Many FBAs advance to become high-level managers, executives, and directors!
If you want a solid foundation for a career in public policy with opportunities to build valuable connections and gain insight into the budget process, consider joining the Department of Finance as an FBA in the Budget and Policy Units! -
Job Description
Title: Finance Budget Analyst (FBA)
Company: The State of California, Department of Finance
Number of Openings: Multiple
Unit: Multiple Budget/Policy UnitsFinance Budget Analyst Salary:
$5,427.00 - $6,794.00 (A) per Month
$6,522.00 - $8,169.00 (B) per Month
Will Also Consider:
Analyst I Salary:
$3,975.00 - $4,983.00 (L) per Month
$4,305.00 - $5,389.00 (M) per Month
$5,164.00 - $6,464.00 (N) per MonthStaff Finance Budget Analyst Salary:
$7,527.00 - $9,354.00 per Month
*Salary Note: This position is eligible for an additional recruitment and retention pay differential (10% in the first year, and 15% in the second year).
Application Deadline: 02/02/2026
Application Link: (Please Note, only applications submitted at this link will be considered)
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=504443You will need to complete one of the two exams linked below to establish eligibility (please read exam bulletin in link provided to determine which eligibility you belong to):
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Governor’s administration in making important decisions that impact California’s State Budget.
- Review, analyze, and make recommendations on legislative bills.
- Collaborate with high-level government officials, legislative staff, and various stakeholders.
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Job Requirements
- Four years of experience performing analytical, technical, clerical, and/or customer service duties. Academic education from an accredited college/university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Knowledge of State Government
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and pivot tasks as needed
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Additional Information
If you would like the opportunity to learn more about this opening from staff members at the department you may join our virtual informational session on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 @ 12PM PST, please send RSVP’s to DOFRecruiting@dof.ca.gov to receive the zoom link!
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Job Description and Information Flyers
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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California Department of Finance
Show moreThe Department of Finance serves as the Governor’s Chief Fiscal Policy advisor, offering insights on policy and budget issues that impact Californians. We are an organization with a foundation in sound analytical methods, thorough research, and collaboration to meet our mission of ensuring the financial integrity of the state and promoting the responsible allocation of the state's resources.
If you’re someone who enjoys challenging issues and solving problems as part of a diverse team in a dynamic work environment, we hope you’ll consider joining us at Finance.
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