Budget Analyst I (Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence)

City of Austin • Austin, TX

1d • $65,510 - $81,890 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides professional-level financial knowledge and skills, including budget, financial, and performance-metrics monitoring and analysis, to support financial decision-making under direct supervision. The role supports preparation and monitoring of operating, grant, and capital budgets; development of current-year expenditure and revenue estimates; review of financial documents and performance measures; and research for special projects. It also involves reviewing requests for council action and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The position has no supervisory or leadership responsibilities.

The role is with Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence, which aligns resources with strategy and focuses on innovation, collaboration, accountability, and measurable results for the City. It is based at Austin City Hall. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Telework may be available after an initial training period, but not from May through September; schedules may change to meet department business needs. A financial-responsibility criminal background investigation is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies.
• Knowledge of business intelligence tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Skill in gathering and analyzing financial data.
• Effective oral and/or written communication skills.
• Ability to process large volumes of numerical data.
• Good judgment in resolving problems or situations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating, analyzing, and interpreting financial data and budget reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent mathematical and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating, grant, and capital budgets with departments using actual performance, previous budget figures, estimated revenue, expense reports, and other factors.
• Monitor and track operating, grant, and capital budgets for financial reporting.
• Develop current-year estimates of department expenditures and revenue.
• Write and review financial documents.
• Monitor and track performance measures; assess their data and trends for accuracy and review the appropriateness of measurement and tracking methodologies.
• Review requests for council action (RCA).
• Conduct research for special projects.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, personal networks, and professional societies.
• Maintain effective communications and working relationships with internal and external interfaces.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid leave time.
• Competitive retirement plan through the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Training opportunities.
• Work-life balance programs.
• Wellness programs and mental health support.
• On-site fitness centers.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level