Budget Analyst 2 (Local Government) Allegheny County

Budget Analyst 2 (Local Government) Allegheny County Commonwealth of

PA - 3.6

Pittsburgh, PA Job Details Full-time $63,840 - $70,224 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications Financial planning Financial operations Contract management Contract review Financial management report preparation Mid-level Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Grant budgeting 1 year Organizational budget management Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Are you interested in joining a team of hard working individuals at the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Financial Management? We are searching for self starters who want to make a difference in the area of finance. As a Budget Analyst 2, you will have the chance to support key financial operations that help programs thrive throughout Allegheny County. Let your skills support programs that strengthen our communities and help move essential services forward!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will support the financial planning and reporting work of the Department of Human Services. Work involves ensuring budgets, reports, and funding analyses are completed correctly and on time. As a Budget Analyst 2, you will perform the following duties:

Budget Preparation:

Prepare job setup forms, budget blocks, and funding entries with accuracy

Report Development:

Compile data from financial systems to create year end and budget reports

Financial Review:

Analyze funding levels and compare them to contract obligations to support decision making

Grant Management:

Develop projections for assigned grants and assist in preparing annual grant budgets

Contract Oversight:

Review contract adjustments to ensure correctness and proper processing

Collaboration:

Work with program offices to provide fiscal information and guidance

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

Telework:

You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time (hybrid), up to 2 days per week after 6-months of employment. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of experience as a Budget Analyst I; or two years of experience in technical budget administration work, and a bachelor's degree; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Allegheny County. If no eligible candidates who live within Allegheny County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.