Budget Analysts
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Civilian:
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining expenditure controls.
Military:
Each year, the services spend billions of dollars on personnel, equipment, and supplies. Only through careful management can military funds be put to their best use. Finance and accounting managers direct and manage the financial affairs of the military. They also advise commanders on financial and accounting matters.
Job Titles
- Accountant
- Accounting Supervisor
- Budget Analyst
- Budget And Policy Analyst
- Budget Coordinator
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $66,660
- Military:
- $110,314
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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