BUDGET MANAGER

This is a full-time position with benefits. This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, presenting, publishing, and monitoring a balanced budget for the county’s operating and capital improvement programs. Major duties include but are not limited to: 1. Prepares and presents a balanced proposed budget; prepares the Notice of Public Hearing; prepares the resolution for the adoption of the proposed budget. 2. Exercises the administrative function of budget preparation and control. 3. Prepares/publishes/distributes a Budget Document that meets the GFOA criteria for the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. 4. Performs variance analysis at the account level; researches and identifies problem areas; contacts department heads to suggest corrective action and to coordinate budget transfers; enters budget transfers. 5. Serves as county budget contact person for county departments, the Judicial Circuit, outside agencies, other governmental units, the press, and individuals. 6. Directs other in the activities of budget data entry, budget compilation, budget review, budget reporting, budget publication, and budget distribution. 7. Enters in MUNIS both amendments to the budget as they are approved by the Board and transfers of appropriations below the local government’s legal level of control. 8. Performs operational grant administration, including the timely and accurate completion of quarterly reports and grant management. 9. Works with the Human Resources Department to maintain accurate approved FTE personnel counts 10. Works with Financial Analysts to close projects. 11. Directs and trains Financial Analysts on budget preparation, reporting, and related analysis. 12. Prepares ad hoc reports. 13. Creates and updates budget forms used during the budget process. 14. Coordinates and provides training for personnel. 15. Compiles historical data on personnel and expenditures. 16. Processes departmental budget requests. 17. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field such as Accounting or Finance. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position two or more years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia. #J-18808-Ljbffr