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Closing Date/Time: Fri. 2/21/20 4:30 PM Pacific Time
The current full salary range for this position is $5,621/month - $6,832/month. Placement within the range is based on qualifications and professional experience in accordance with City policy.
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists the Budget Manager in the development and administration of the City's budget including preparation of the budget document. Performs independent budget, financial and policy analysis, analytical research and cost analysis. Prepares budget and financial reports and analysis for internal and external use. Provides support for City-wide financial analysis and other Finance Department projects and activities as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Assists in the development of the City-wide budget. Reviews data and identifies information needed to support budgeting. Compiles, analyzes and interprets confidential and sensitive financial data used for financial analysis and budget planning and development.
- Maintains budget system data. Works collaboratively to maintain integrity and currency of data within the system by entering, selecting, reviewing, analyzing, reconciling and modifying records. Ensures appropriate fund allocations and performs research to resolve discrepancies.
- Performs analytical research and cost analysis as requested. Designs and conducts research and analysis projects to support budget administration, financial decision-making, forecasting and policy development. Assesses fiscal impacts of budget policy and administrative actions.
- Prepares specialized reports requiring a broad knowledge of City accounting, payroll and budget procedures. Works with staff to identify information requirements and develops standard and ad hoc reports to meet the needs of departments and administration. Selects and utilizes the appropriate method to prepare, maintain and support a variety of reports.
- Prepares the City's budget document and related printed, electronic and presentation files.
- Provides information and assistance regarding the budget process to City department personnel and ensures compliance with budget policies and procedures. Prepares ordinances to amend the budget and implement financial policy.
- Supports and assists in other Finance Department activities such as annual development of the CAFR, revenue collection analysis, policy development and financial systems upgrades and maintenance.
- Develops and recommends process improvements, innovative solutions and procedural changes. Recommends budgeting system improvements and modifications to meet changing needs or to resolve problems identified as a result of system and data analysis. Develops implementation and communication plans and tools. Drafts or revises related policies and procedures
ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED:
- May serve as project manager for specific budget or finance initiatives, as assigned.
- May perform other duties, as assigned.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office setting with extensive work at a computer workstation. Work environment includes a normal range of noise and other distractions, low everyday risks working around standard office equipment.
Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position including:
- Correctable visual acuity to read a computer screen and typeset page;
- Fine finger dexterity to manipulate a computer keyboard and mouse;
- Ability to talk and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone;
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Bachelor's Degree with major study in statistics/decision science, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field.
- Two years of professional experience in budget, financial analysis or accounting program analysis.
- Demonstrated experience working with database management, spreadsheet and word processing software required.
- Experience in public sector budgeting or accounting strongly preferred.
- Experience with financial systems and reporting tools preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Employment contingent upon passing a criminal conviction and local background check.
SELECTION PROCESS:
As part of the application process, a cover letter (no longer than 1 page) is required.
Within the cover letter, please answer the following questions:
- Please indicate why you are interested in this position, and why this position is the next right step for you in your career.
- Provide a brief summary of your education, experience and qualifications for this position.
Please ensure your application is complete and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, work experience, references, and required supplemental questions). The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questionnaire. Provide as much detail as you believe will fully describe your experience and training.
Supplemental Questionnaire responses not supported in your application will disqualify you from consideration for this position.
Interviews for the most qualified candidates are tentatively scheduled for March 13, 2020. Invitations to participate in the Interview process will be sent via e-mail on or around March 4, 2020.
Please Note: Candidates will receive updates regarding application status via email. Please be sure to check your email frequently.
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