Budget Analyst

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other closely related field\n2+ years of experience in local government/municipality budget preparation and financial analysis work (including experience with governmental accounting practices and procedures and local government financial information systems)\nExperience with PeopleSoft, Hyperion, or other ERP/BPM software\nProficiency extracting data for financial/budget analysis\nProficiency in creating financial reports

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with MS Office Products\nStrong Written and Verbal Communication Skills\nStrong Business Acumen

Job Description

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to perform complex analysis and provide skilled assistance in the preparation of the budget process within the Office of Management and Budget of the Broward Sheriff's Office. Work involves performing budgetary and financial analysis, program operations and policy review analysis in the preparation and administration of a comprehensive annual budget. Work may involve budget responsibility for a major department and/or management analysis or participation in program evaluation and management projects. The position is responsible for the compilation, creation and preparation of a comprehensive annual budget for submission to Broward County Board of County Commissioners. Candidates should exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in the conduct of duties, referring unique, unusual, or complex situations to an administrative superior for review and advisement. Applicants must be able to come on-site 5x p/week if need be