Senior Budget Analyst - Office Of Management & Budget

Purpose

The City of Savannah, Office of Management and Budget is looking for an energetic, forward thinking, Senior Budget Analyst.

Join the City of Savannah and let's create a winning team together!

The Office of Management and Budget has one opening for the position of Senior Budget Analyst. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the department.

Budget Analyst classifications perform professional analytical work in the development, analysis, administration, and reporting of the City's operating and capital plan budget. At the senior level, analysts perform research and analysis of various department functions and operations and will recommend solutions to various management problems on an organization-wide basis. This position assists in preparing, amending, and administering the annual operating budget, monitoring expenditures and revenues across business units and is required to propose operational improvements to ensure efficient and effective resource use. Strong customer service and communication skills are also essential. Governmental budgeting experience preferred.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

Essential Job Functions

• Provide project, program, administrative and analytical support to assigned departments or large divisions.

• Participate in the research, development, recommendation and implementation of operational and administrative programs, policies, procedures, and legislation.

• Conduct research and collect, compile, and analyze information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to assigned programs, new programs and services, budget analyses and feasibility analyses; prepare comprehensive technical, statistical, and analytical reports and records which present and interpret data and identify alternative solutions or proposals; make and justify recommendations.

• Reviews documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensures that transactions are processed in accordance with city policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices.

• Participate in, and may oversee, the data collection, compilation, coordination, and organization of budget documentation; may develop budget recommendations; assist departments and division managers in the administration of department budget; manage budgets of assigned programs.

• Review financial requests, identifies, and solves potential or existing problems through alternative financing methods.

• Prepare periodic and special reports and analyses of operations for department management, the City Manager's Office, City Council, regulatory agencies, funding sources and the public.

• Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.

• Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs; analyzes, forecasts and updates short and long-range financial/management plans; reporting on variances and trends and compiling financial information from various systems.

• Maintains computer spreadsheets and databases to support data analysis and financial reporting; Designs, prepares and presents advanced data in a coherent oral, written, or graphic manner.

• Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, budget preparation and performance measures; monitors contracts related to program goals and objectives for compliance.

• May coordinate the planning and preparation of grant proposals; provides guidance and assistance in the interpretation of funding agency regulations and requirements.

• May assist in the preparation of ordinances and other supporting program documents; prepare and monitor program grants and related proposals; monitor compliance with applicable contractual agreements.

• Respond to complaints and questions from the general public relating to assigned area of responsibility; review problems and recommend corrective actions; prepare summary reports as required.

• Maintain calendars of department activities, meetings, and various events; coordinate activities with other city departments, the public and outside agencies; attend meetings as a representative of Office of Management and Budget.

• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration, or a related field supplemented by two (2) years of professional budgeting, contracts, accounting or financial management experience; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; or increasingly responsible administrative and analytical experience preferably within a local government environment.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of governmental accounting and budget administration.

• State and city budgetary policies.

• Basic methods of research, program analysis and report preparation.

• Basic principles and practices of policy and procedure development.

• Relevant local, state, and federal regulations.

Skill in:

• Developing short-and long-range plans.

• Basic public and interpersonal relation techniques.

• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Modern office procedures and methods including common office software and hardware.

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Business arithmetic.

• Perform analyses with limited time constraints.

Ability to:

• Learn the policies, procedures, organization and operation of the assigned department.

• Perform responsible administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.

• Research, analyze and evaluate programs, policies and procedures.

• Work independently; without close supervision.

• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Establishing priorities and organizing work.

Core Workforce Competencies:

• Professionalism

• Models core values by being honest, respectful and positive; continuously demonstrates the core values of the City.

• Effective Communication

• Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

• Customer Focus

• Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the core purpose and values.

• Adaptability

• Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

• Problem Solving

• Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

• Decisiveness

• Willingness to make difficult decisions in a timely manner.

• Productive Partnerships

• Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

• Forward Thinking

• Anticipating the consequences of situations and decisions; taking appropriate action to be prepared for possible changes.

• Developing and Empowering Others

• Willingness to delegate responsibility to teammates; coaching junior budget analysts to develop their capabilities.

• Technical Expertise

• Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical job area.