Senior Budget Analyst in Los Angeles, California at The J. Paul Getty Trust

Senior Budget Analyst

US-CA-Los Angeles

Job ID: 2026-4733
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Accounting/Finance
Getty

Overview

Prepares budgets based upon actual performance, previous budget figures, estimated revenues, estimated expense reports/Pos and other factors. Reviews revenues/expenditures for conformance with policies and budgetary limitations. Provides guidance or interprets budget/operational policies and procedures. Audits various revenue and expense accounts and maintains records of actual operating figures.

Responsibilities

• Budget Development & Management

  • Prepare, administer, maintain, and monitor budgets for Getty Digital’s programmatic, operational, and project portfolios.
  • Develop annual budgets based on historical performance, planned initiatives, and projected revenues and expenses.
  • Lead quarterly forecasting processes; analyze variances and provide clear explanations to leadership.
  • Ensure budgets comply with policies, governance standards, and institutional financial requirements.
  • Track discretionary and project-based funding from multiple sources and recommend strategies for optimization

• Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency

  • Assess, document, and improve Getty Digital’s financial workflows, including procurement, contracting, staffing, and budget reconciliation processes.
  • Recommend and implement process upgrades leveraging technology to increase accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
  • Serve as an internal advisor on establishing consistent financial practices, templates, reporting standards, and internal controls.
  • Build training resources and improve staff understanding of budgeting tools and policies.

• Financial Analysis & Data Visualization

  • Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualizations.
  • Analyze complex financial datasets using advanced spreadsheet capabilities, database queries, BI tools, and automation.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses, scenario modeling, and identify opportunities for increased fiscal efficiency.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Accounting, Payroll, and HR to ensure smooth financial operations.
  • Partner with project managers to review budgets, monitor progress, reconcile discrepancies, and plan resource needs.
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding financial procedures and systems.

• Compliance, Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearend reports.
  • Review and approve financial transactions for compliance.
  • Maintain accurate financial documentation for audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance, Master's Degree a plus
• 7-10 years experience in financial analysis and accounting