Budget and Management Analyst

NOTICE:

Candidate selected for hire will be required to complete a pre-employment criminal history and consumer credit check. A pre-employment competency screening test may be included as part of the applicant review process.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position exercises considerable independent professional expertise and judgment in solving problems through the application of City's financial & administrative policies and practices. The person in this position will work independently and have a working knowledge of local government principles, practices, and procedures. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Finance Director. Analyze and improve/update workflows, processes, and policies. Assist the Finance Director and the departments with the annual City Budget process. Maintain a list of active contracts/agreements to ensure contractual requirements and agreement terms are met. Assist the with the administration and strategic direction of the City's Parking program Monitor the application of City policies and regulations as they apply to the Finance Department operations and develop processes or internal control improvements as necessary. Participate in Citywide budget development of departmental operating budgets; central expenditures and propose budget estimates within area of responsibility, which includes the formulation of procedures and work rules. Meet with department personnel to review budget submittals and ensure compliance with Administration's directives regarding budget preparation. Review or prepare budget amendments as appropriate. Prepare periodic reports during the budget year highlighting departmental performance, efficiency and effectiveness of operation; provides suggestions for improvement. Independently review, analyze, and interpret data concerning a variety of complex budget/financial activities and projects. Cross-train in other Finance department functions to serve as a back-up for these functions. These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration, or related field; Graduate degree in any of these fields will be given special consideration. Minimum of one (1) year of experience (excluding any internships) in governmental employment - preference will be given to applicants with experience in Florida municipal or county government. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (including nonprofits). Strong verbal and written communications skills, targeted to the intended audience Knowledge of or the ability to acquire knowledge of Florida local governmental purchasing, grant, and budgeting rules and regulations through their own research, data analysis, and pursuing professional training opportunities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Strong technology skills enabling the ability to continuously learn new software and programs as required, and further move to paperless operations.

Ability to:

be resourceful and analyze data to arrive at defensible conclusions, write professional, clear and concise reports, documents and memos, exercise sound and independent judgement regarding City policies, procedures, and rules, read and understand State and Federal Laws affecting local government finance, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.