Budget Analyst II (Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence)

City of Austin • Austin, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Budget Analyst II supports the organization’s financial planning and decision-making by developing, monitoring, and analyzing operational budgets. The position ensures financial data accuracy and integrity, provides forecasts and performance insights, prepares reports for stakeholders, and guides and trains departments in effective financial management and operational efficiency.

This is a moderate-to-advanced professional role involving budget, financial, and performance-metric monitoring and analysis. The position may work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. It may also provide leadership, training, and guidance to others.

The position is with Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence, which aligns resources with strategy and works to promote innovation, collaboration, accountability, and measurable results for the City and its community. The role is based at City Hall in Austin, Texas. Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period, but are not available from May through September. Work schedules may change according to business needs.

A financial responsibility criminal background investigation is required. Candidates selected as top candidates must verify their education and provide proof from an accredited institution. Military members and veterans must provide a DD-214 before a start date is confirmed. An assessment may be part of the recruitment process. The application requires a résumé and cover letter, and the résumé does not replace a complete employment application.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full-time experience in accounting, auditing, budget preparation or analysis, finance, statistical analysis, or a closely related field.
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• 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.
• Ability to resolve problems or situations requiring good judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• A complete employment application is required; applicants must provide details of relevant employment, job titles, dates, and previous-employer contact information.
• A résumé and cover letter are required. The cover letter should describe interest in the position and relevant prior experience.
• Ability to complete a financial responsibility criminal background investigation and, if selected as a top candidate, education verification.

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, grants, and capital budgets with departments using actual performance, prior budget figures, estimated revenue, expense reports, and other factors.
• Prepare reports, including narratives and fund summaries, comparing departments’ actual revenue and expenditures with budgeted and estimated amounts for stakeholders such as City Council, management, and the public.
• Monitor and track operating, grants, and capital budgets for financial reporting.
• Develop current-year estimates of departmental expenditures and revenue.
• Monitor and track performance measures; review and assess measures to confirm data and trend accuracy and the appropriateness of measurement methodologies.
• Write and review financial documents.
• Provide managers with planning and control information by assembling and analyzing historical financial data, identifying trends, providing forecasts, and explaining processes and techniques.
• Review requests for council action (RCA).
• Provide financial and budgetary training to employees as needed to promote operational efficiencies.
• Conduct research for special projects.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, personal networks, and professional societies.
• Maintain effective communication and good working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• May provide leadership, training, and guidance to others.

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.
• Public transit access and bike-friendly commuting infrastructure.
• Wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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