Budget Analyst

Budget AnalystThe City of Albany is seeking a Budget Analyst to help shape the financial decisions that support our community. This position provides an opportunity to apply your skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, labor costing, and data analysis while partnering with departments and City leadership. As a Budget Analyst, you'll turn complex financial information into clear analysis and recommendations, help monitor and forecast departmental budgets, evaluate the financial impact of organizational decisions, and support the City's operating and capital budget processes. If you're a detail-oriented financial professional who enjoys solving problems, collaborating with others, and using data to make a difference, this could be the opportunity for you!Benefits include:Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employee-paid premium is approximately $58 per month for employee-only coverage up to a maximum of $170 per month for family coverage.City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. Currently, the annual contribution is $2,000 for employee-only and $4,000 for employee plus dependent(s).Paid time off including:17 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases8 hours of sick leave per month10 paid holidays per yearExcellent retirement benefits including:City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and City pays 6% IAP contribution)City-paid 2.5% contribution into pre-tax deferred compensation planIn addition, other benefits such as job-related college tuition and book reimbursement, employee assistance program, basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.Position SummaryThe Budget Analyst performs professional budget, financial, and analytical work in support of the City's operating and capital budget processes. This position supports assigned departmental budgets and financial activities by assisting with budget development, monitoring, forecasting, revenue and expenditure analysis, labor costing, financial reporting, and related analytical assignments. Responsibilities include preparing budget documents, developing financial models and reports, analyzing financial trends, evaluating budget impacts, and providing technical assistance to departments regarding budget policies, procedures, and financial systems. Work is performed with general direction and requires professional judgment, analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with departments, management, and other stakeholders.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesBudget Development and Administration – Supports the development, implementation, and monitoring of the City's biennial operating and capital budgets by assisting with assigned departmental budgets, budget requests, revenue estimates, staffing proposals, capital requests, service-level recommendations, budget adjustments, and supporting documentation.Financial Forecasting and Modeling – Develops, maintains, and utilizes financial models, forecasting tools, budget databases, and analytical resources to support revenue projections, expenditure forecasts, personnel cost projections, budget development, and financial reporting.Financial Analysis and Recommendations – Analyzes revenues, expenditures, staffing, program costs, and financial trends; conducts cost variance analyses; evaluates financial impacts; identifies issues and opportunities; and prepares recommendations and supporting information to assist management with decision-making.Labor and Workforce Cost Analysis – Analyzes authorized position and workforce data to develop personnel cost projections, evaluate staffing proposals, estimate vacancy savings, and support labor costing, compensation analysis, workforce planning, collective bargaining preparation, and other organizational initiatives.Budget Monitoring and Compliance – Monitors assigned budget activities throughout the biennium; evaluates budget performance, financial trends, and variances; identifies potential fiscal impacts; provides information and recommendations regarding budget status; and ensures compliance with Oregon Local Budget Law, applicable accounting standards, City policies, and regulatory requirements.Financial Reporting and Communication – Prepares recurring and special financial reports, budget analyses, presentations, and supporting documentation for departments, management, Budget Review Committee, City Council, and other stakeholders; communicates financial information clearly to audiences with varying levels of financial expertise.Department Support and Technical Assistance – Provides assistance, training, and guidance to departments regarding budget policies, procedures, financial systems, reporting tools, and budget development processes; responds to requests for financial information and analysis.Process Improvement and Special Projects – Participates in financial analyses, organizational studies, performance analyses, grant and funding evaluations, process improvement initiatives, and other special projects requiring analytical skills and professional judgment.Technology and Data Integrity – Uses spreadsheet applications, financial systems, reporting tools, business intelligence resources, and artificial intelligence-assisted analytical technologies to improve financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and operational efficiency while ensuring accuracy, reliability, confidentiality, and integrity of financial information.Organizational ResponsibilitiesEmployees are expected to contribute to the effective operation of the City by providing high-quality service; supporting a culture of collaboration, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement; and demonstrating leadership from any seat through taking ownership of one's work, demonstrating initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement, contributing solutions, supporting colleagues, and acting in alignment with the City's Mission, Vision, Values, and organizational priorities regardless of position or title. Employees are responsible for complying with applicable laws, regulations, City policies, procedures, and ethical standards; appropriately protecting confidential, private, and sensitive information while supporting the City's commitment to transparency and public accountability; exercising sound judgment; using City resources, equipment, technology, and information responsibly, safely, and efficiently; maintaining regular and reliable attendance and arriving prepared and on time for work, meetings, training, and other work-related functions; demonstrating professional conduct and appearance consistent with City expectations and the requirements of the position; operating vehicles, when applicable to the position, safely and responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures; following reasonable direction and completing assigned work in accordance with established expectations and deadlines; adapting to changing priorities; supporting organizational initiatives; and contributing to a respectful and inclusive work environment.Reports to: Budget ManagerReview of Work/ Supervision Received: Receives general direction from supervisor. Works independently in planning and completing assigned responsibilities, conducting analyses, resolving routine issues, and applying professional knowledge and judgment. Guidance is provided regarding organizational priorities, policy interpretation, complex issues, or matters requiring significant financial or operational consideration.Supervision/Lead Work Exercised: This is a non-supervisory position. Employees in this position are not responsible for supervising or directing the work of other employees but may provide assistance, information, training, or technical guidance to others related to assigned duties or areas of expertise.Qualifications & RequirementsEducation and Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field and three years of progressively responsible professional experience in budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, forecasting, or a closely related field; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Local government budgeting experience is preferred. Additional RequirementsPossession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license and a driving record that meets the City's driving record standards. Occasional travel between City facilities and other work locations is required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles and practices of governmental budgeting, municipal finance, public-sector accounting, financial reporting, and budget administration; revenue and expenditure forecasting; financial analysis and modeling; capital budgeting; cost analysis; labor costing; compensation analysis; workforce financial planning; Oregon Local Budget Law; governmental accounting standards; and applicable financial reporting requirements. Knowledge of enterprise financial systems, databases, reporting systems, spreadsheet applications, business intelligence tools, and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence-assisted analytical tools, that support financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making. Skill in: Performing financial analysis; evaluating financial information, trends, and projections; preparing and maintaining financial models and analytical tools; interpreting and explaining financial information; preparing clear and effective written reports, presentations, and supporting documentation; communicating financial information to audiences with varying levels of financial expertise; and applying spreadsheet applications, financial systems, data analysis tools, and other technologies to support effective decision-making. Ability to: Manage assigned budget responsibilities and analytical projects; organize and prioritize multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines; exercise sound professional judgment; verify and validate analytical outputs to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with professional standards; maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial, personnel, and labor relations information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, executive leadership, department management, employees, representatives of outside agencies, and other stakeholders; and adapt to and effectively apply emerging technologies while maintaining appropriate professional judgment, data security, and compliance with applicable laws and City policies.The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for City positions. 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