Sr. Budget Analyst

Description Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Budget Analyst/ Consultant for our client in the City Government and public sector industry. The interim Budget Analyst will support budget development, forecasting, and fiscal analysis for a public sector organization. This role will be located onsite in Downey, CA. Key Responsibilities

• Analyze cash flow and monitor advance expenditures to ensure budget compliance
• Conduct financial analyses to determine estimated property valuations, state special allowances, and apportionments
• Evaluate fiscal solvency of programs and funding sources
• Prepare and process budget adjustments, transfers, and recommendations
• Develop annual budgets and multi-year forecasts
• Create financial summaries, graphs, and charts to clearly communicate budget data
• Prepare budget reports and presentations for leadership, boards, or committees
• Support budget monitoring and financial reporting in accordance with
• GASB requirements
• Qualifications
• Prior budget or financial analysis experience in a city/county department
• Strong working knowledge of GASB standards and public fund accounting
• Experience with government budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal analysis
• Advanced Excel skills; experience creating charts, summaries, and reports
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in budget or financial analysis within a city or county department.
• Proficiency in government budgeting processes, forecasting, and fiscal analysis.
• Strong knowledge of public fund accounting standards, including GASB.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to create charts and detailed reports.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Clear and effective communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with annual budget preparation and management processes.
• Previous experience in preparing and delivering financial reports to boards or committees.

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