Budget Analyst II/Senior

$87,014 - $130,520/Yr

City Of Anaheim - Anaheim, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Anaheim, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The City of Anaheim Finance Department is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Budget Analyst (either at the Budget Analyst II or Senior Budget Analyst level) to engage in a variety of professional duties related to the development, evaluation, and review of City budgets. This role involves coordinating budget development activities with assigned City departments and staff, performing analytical, financial, management, and administrative duties to provide responsible staff support. The Budget Analyst will prepare PowerPoint presentations and disseminate information through participation in community and commission meetings, as well as City Council workshops. Additionally, the analyst will conduct operational audits and productivity analyses, review and forecast citywide General Fund revenues, and carry out research and analysis in financial planning and operations. The successful candidate will embody a strong work ethic, demonstrate excellent customer service, take initiative, communicate effectively, and be dependable in planning and organizing work to meet deadlines. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in budget preparation and monitoring, along with a Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field. Ideal candidates will have experience in government agency budget analyses, including revenue and expenditure forecasting, and proficiency with ERP financial systems and Microsoft Office applications. The Budget Analyst II is the full journey level class within the Budget Analyst series, performing a full range of duties with minimal supervision. The Senior Budget Analyst is the advanced journey level class, distinguished by the complexity of duties and the level of responsibility assumed, requiring minimal instruction and a comprehensive understanding of procedures related to the assigned area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in the work of other staff and teams involved in developing, preparing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets for assigned departments.
• Develop and review budget proposals for assigned departments and make recommendations to upper level management staff.
• Identify, review, and present recommendations to City management regarding alternative funding and service level recommendations.
• Identify and resolve budgetary and financial issues and problems; provide timely, accurate, and informative financial analysis; perform financial analysis and financial forecasting as assigned; review and evaluate cost benefit proposals; make recommendations for improvements.
• Participate in the production of financial reports and budget reports for Citywide and department use.
• Participate in the development and publishing of budget documents; develop, prepare, and disseminate the City's proposed and adopted budget documents.
• Monitor assigned Departments' operating and capital budgets to ensure expenditures are appropriately accounted for and activity does not exceed authorized spending limits; ensure expenditures comply with all appropriate financial guidelines as well as department and City policies and procedures; notify executive managers of potential issues, recommend remedies, and prepare appropriate documentation for budget adjustments as necessary.
• Oversee the maintenance and input of employee data related to the City's employee involvement program; schedule and conduct field presentations.
• Maintain assigned budget and financial databases and systems; problem solve and troubleshoot technical and functional issues related to the City's budget and financial systems.
• Conduct productivity and efficiency audits of selected City operations; collect, monitor and analyze data for productivity studies; conduct interviews and field site visits; recommend improvements in work methods, workflow, and organizational structure; participate in and direct meetings with key management staff.
• Provide staff assistance to management staff; participate in special projects as assigned; participate on and provide staff support to a variety of committees and groups; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of municipal budgeting, public administration, and related fields; incorporate new developments as appropriate.
• May direct the work of support staff on a project or day-to-day basis.
• Provide training and technical support to assigned departments regarding operational policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and/or in the areas of financial, administrative, and management analysis including the conduct of budget analyses, operational audits, and management studies.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience with government agency budget analyses, including revenue and expenditure forecasting.
• Proficiency with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial system such as CGI, Oracle, Peoplesoft, SAP, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in municipal budgeting and public administration.
• Knowledge of advanced principles and practices of budget development, monitoring, and reporting.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities