Baltimore County Government - Towson, MD

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Towson, MD
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Senior Budget and Management Analyst position is a critical role within the Office of Budget and Finance, specifically focusing on Budget Formulation and Administration. This position involves assisting in the preparation of the County's budget proposals, analyzing agency budget requests, and conducting comprehensive studies of the organization, functions, and fiscal conditions of various County agencies. The analyst will work under general supervision and will be responsible for preparing budget proposals for review by senior officials, including the Director, County Administrative Officer, and County Executive. This includes analyzing and projecting revenues, preparing detailed statements that delineate budget requests, reductions, approved allocations, and anticipated revenue sources. In addition to budget preparation, the Senior Budget and Management Analyst will review proposed expenditures to ensure they conform to approved budgets. This role requires a thorough investigation and analysis of requests for new or additional positions to determine their justification. The analyst will lead and participate in studies aimed at improving the efficiency and economy of County agencies, preparing periodic reports that highlight findings and recommendations. Participation in County Council budget hearings is also a key responsibility, as is coordinating systems development in collaboration with Data Processing personnel. The position may also involve general office duties, including preparing correspondence and performing other related tasks as required. It is important to note that the duties listed are intended to provide a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class and may not encompass all essential job functions for each specific position.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of County budget proposals.
  • Analyze agency budget requests and conduct studies of the organization, functions, and fiscal condition of County agencies.
  • Prepare budget proposals for review by the Director, County Administrative Officer, and County Executive.
  • Analyze and project revenues, preparing statements delineating budget requests, reductions, approved allocations, and anticipated revenue sources.
  • Review proposed expenditures for conformance to approved budgets.
  • Investigate and analyze requests for new or additional positions to ascertain justification.
  • Lead and participate in studies of the organization, methods, procedures, and functions of County agencies.
  • Prepare periodic reports on efficiency and economy, making recommendations to increase efficiency and economy of agencies.
  • Participate in County Council budget hearings.
  • Coordinate and perform systems development in conjunction with Data Processing personnel.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, public administration, political science, or a closely related field.
  • Four years' experience in budget analysis and/or management analysis.
  • Thorough knowledge of municipal accounting and budgeting principles and practices.
  • Thorough knowledge of government and public administration.
  • Thorough knowledge of the functions and operations of municipal government.
  • Skill in investigating and analyzing complex budgetary data.
  • Skill in preparing and interpreting complex financial statements and reports.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all contacts.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of County budgeting policies and procedures.
  • Skill in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting financial and management data to solve organizational and budget problems.

Benefits

  • Participation in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System for employees hired after July 1, 2022.
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