DR Budget Analyst II

State of North Carolina•Dobbs Wake, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Budget Analyst II position is located in the DPS Budget Office. The Budget and Analysis Section is responsible for the management and implementation of DPS's nearly $900 million budget which consists of a varied and complex funding structure and includes position control for over 3,000 permanent positions and additional temporary/contract positions. This position conducts sophisticated budget analysis and management of multiple disaster recovery funding sources and provides financial expertise to ensure compliance with federal and state funding regulations, while supporting financial decisions and advising management on budget trends, funding availability, and necessary corrective actions. The work requires independent execution under the supervision of the Budget Director and Senior Budget Analyst. This position works independently to manage and monitor budgets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or related field, from an accredited institution and four years of experience preferably including experience in accounting or budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and governmental budgeting and accounting
Intermediate knowledge of the financial structure, accounting system and financial procedures of the State of North Carolina
Experience managing various departmental budgets including disaster recovery
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate personnel, agency officials, legislators, and the general public
Ability to respond professionally and in a timely manner to budget requests and/or concerns
Excellent writing and communication skills
Experience with governmental budgeting and accounting
Experience using governmental accounting systems
Experience presenting budget findings or proposals
Experience using Excel

Responsibilities

Analyzing complex funding streams focusing on disaster recovery operations within the organization.
Conducting thorough assessments of projects' funding requirements through budget planning and monitoring activities.
Researching and identifying budget discrepancies, proposing solutions to leaders regarding fund status, financial risks, and emerging budget issues.
Providing technical fiscal expertise to DPS program managers, division staff members, and other stakeholders.
Interpreting and applying federal and state budgetary requirements to ensure alignment of expenditures with program guidance.
Managing the process of disaster cost center establishment for both state and federal declared events.
Collaborating with divisions to address budget problems and advise on the financial effects of policy modifications.
Supporting compliance activities and communicate regularly with assigned divisions to discuss financial performance.
Presenting budget status information and explain budget variances using detailed financial reports and analysis.
Creating written summaries and present essential findings to leadership.
Gathering and summarizing budget-related legislative content, assisting in creating materials and presentations for legislative committee discussions.
Ensuring accurate documentation to support transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making within the agency.