BUDGET ANALYST

$74,219 - $74,219/Yr

Henry County - McDonough, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

McDonough, GA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The purpose of this position is to assist in developing and maintaining the annual budget for Henry County and to administer the salary and benefits section of the County budget. The Budget Analyst will focus on complex and advanced analysis within a single department or program, while also working towards more complex analysis across multiple departments and programs. This role involves a variety of tasks including the development, recommendation, and publication of the County's budget process, reviewing existing plans, and analyzing departmental operating budget requests. The analyst will make recommendations regarding funding levels, analyze and estimate revenue and expense trends, and identify alternatives to improve budgetary compliance. In addition to budget development, the analyst will monitor budgetary compliance by conducting monthly reviews that compare the budget to departmental reports. They will ensure compliance with the approved budget, identify potential problems, and inform supervisors, department heads, and program administrators while recommending solutions. The position also involves administering the salary and benefits section of the County budget, which includes developing and maintaining personnel spreadsheets, tracking filled and unfilled positions, and reviewing personnel action forms for compliance with the approved budget. The Budget Analyst will process budget transactions, reviewing and approving purchase requisitions, check requests, and budget transfers. They will assist in preparing agenda items for budget transactions authorized by the Board of Commissioners, ensuring accuracy and clarity in submitted documents. The role requires effective communication with County officials and administrators, as well as the preparation of presentations for Board meetings. The analyst will also perform various documentation tasks associated with department operations, maintaining computerized and hardcopy records, and utilizing software applications for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, recommendation, and publication of the County's budget process.
• Review existing plans and departmental operating budget requests.
• Make recommendations regarding funding levels and analyze revenue and expense trends.
• Identify and recommend alternatives to improve budgetary compliance.
• Monitor budgetary compliance and conduct monthly reviews comparing budget to department reports.
• Administer the salary and benefits section of the County budget, including personnel spreadsheets.
• Process budget transactions and review purchase requisitions and budget transfers.
• Prepare agenda items for budget transactions authorized by the Board of Commissioners.
• Communicate with County officials and administrators to coordinate work activities and resolve problems.
• Prepare presentations for the Board of Commissioners' meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• Three (3) years of related experience in accounting or a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of local government operations and budget-related programs, policies, and plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar programs.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with budget analysis in a government setting.
• Familiarity with financial software applications.