A Budget Analyst develops the overall annual budget for a company or organization. Evaluates budget proposals, prepares information for government officials or company executives to inform funding decisions; monitors spending and analyzes differences between budget and actual spending. May evaluate programs or provide policy analysis.
Position Summary Under general direction of the Director of Budget and Financial Analysis and the Auditor-Controller, leads Agency budget process and participates in complex, sensitive, and detailed analytical work in the areas of budgets, finances, program operation and economic, regulatory and administrative policy. Performs other position-related duties as assigned. The Budget unit has a Professional Development Program which allows consideration and appointment of eligible candidates at the appropriate position level. The unit has the following position levels: 1) Senior Budget Analyst, and 2) Principal Budget Analyst.
Senior Budget Programs Analyst:
•$136,032.00•$164,403.20
Principal Budget Programs Analyst:
•$143,249.60•$173,160.00 Essential Responsibilities Leads Budget Team in the annual budget process and takes a lead role in performing annual long-term financial projection Performs a wide variety of complex financial analysis, including financial forecasting, revenue projection, revenue analysis, modeling and cost/benefit analysis Performs and leads special studies for the District as well as coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies Analyzes financial impacts of District plans, facilities, services, operations, expenditures, funding programs, and strategies for Board, staff and public Leads the preparation of the District's budget including baseline projections, goals, objectives and performance measures Work with other managers to assist in preparing the departmental budgetary requests, ensures accuracy and timely completion Maintains and tracks the Budget issues in the Financial Systems that includes Budget Transfers, Budget Adjustments, and Monthly Budget Reports Takes the lead on examining current program operations and makes recommendations to management on efficiency and effectiveness improvements Reviews and creates contracts as needed as well as provides technical assistance to staff on financially related policies, procedures, and requirements Analyzes existing and proposed administrative financial policies and procedures Performs regular and year-end budgetary analysis for management and the Board of Directors Leads and works closely with analysts in other departments Assists in examining all fiscal analysis performed on decisions before the Board of Directors for clarity and accuracy Must maintain confidentiality of District information at all times Plans, coordinates, researches, and prepares reports for special studies such as impact on revenues, cost reduction, and operating and capital budget analysis Performs complex administrative and financial analyses, including problem identification, selection of methodology, evaluation of alternative solutions, and presentation of findings to management Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service Performs additional related duties as assigned Regular and reliable performance and attendance is required
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