Budget Analyst

Job Description

In order to be considered for the position candidates must be a current City Employee and be serving permanently in the title of Staff Analyst or have taken the most recent Staff Analyst civil service exam and be reachable for appointment from the resulting list. The NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) promotes and supports inclusive, safe, affordable, healthy aging. NYC Aging remains steadfast in its role and responsibility to preserve the dignity and quality of life for approximately 1.8 million diverse older New Yorkers by eliminating food insecurity, providing access to affordable, stable housing, enhancing access to quality healthcare services and protecting older New Yorkers from harm and abuse with the ultimate goal of a more age-friendly city in which older adults can age gracefully with respect. NYC Aging seeks a dynamic, self-motivated professional with a strong understanding of financial oversight and programmatic operations to serve as a Budget Analyst. This role directly impacts the ability of nonprofit organizations to deliver essential services to older New Yorkers across the five boroughs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and a problem-solver who is dedicated to providing excellent customer service to a range of community-based service providers. This position requires strong collaboration and coordination with other bureaus within the Agency, as well as with external government partners, including the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services, the New York City Council, Council Finance, elected officials, and other oversight entities. Reporting to the Budget Supervisor, the Budget Analyst’s duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: - Within the City's financial workflow system (PASSPort Financials), configure and review contract provider budgets, modifications, amendments, and associated financial tasks for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance with NYC Aging and overarching New York City financial policies and procedures. - Provide technical assistance and high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders on matters related to budget development, budget modifications, and expense monitoring. Stakeholders may represent an array of front-line and executive level staff, both within our Agency and at our contracted nonprofits or oversight offices. - Maintain, update, and verify accuracy of tracking mechanisms in a timely manner to ensure appropriate record keeping. - Design, produce, and maintain monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports for review by Senior Leadership, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial data presentation. - Coordinate with other units within the Bureau of Financial Services to ensure alignment on initiatives, and that financial transactions can be processed accurately and in a timely manner. - Communicate project goals, deliverables, and timelines effectively to all stakeholders, ensuring alignment and mutual understanding through consistent, clear, and professional communication on all matters relevant to the budget development and management of both recurring and one-time funding initiatives. - Perform special projects as assigned and provide assistance to other units within the bureau, as needed. STAFF ANALYST - 12626 Qualifications

A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full- time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in \"2\" above. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in \"2\" above. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma. Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Agency: DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGINGJob Category: Constituent Services & Community ProgramsSalary Band: $80,000 to $90,000 Compensation: USD 72595 - USD 83484