Budget Analyst

City of Boulder • Boulder, CO

2d • $76,024 - $110,261

About The Position

Under general direction, the Budget Analyst supports development of the City of Boulder’s annual budget and six-year capital improvement program. Based in the Central Budget Office of the Finance Department, this citywide analyst supports departments with budget development and monitoring and with implementation of financial policies, practices, and funding strategies. The position performs budget monitoring, development, and analysis to support the organization’s financial stewardship; coordinates and liaises with departments, city staff, and community members on budgetary items; and assists with special projects.

Requirements

• Ability to be open to new ideas and change.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, honesty, and trust.
• Demonstrate teamwork and carry a fair share of the workload.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial and budgetary data to non-financial customers.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks under pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with the public and city staff, and provide good customer service in person and virtually.
• Knowledge of and experience using analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in championing recommended financial strategies and policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and financial database systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Finance, or a related field; eight years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement only.
• Zero to two years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in local government, municipal budgeting, or public finance.
• Experience using PowerPoint and data visualization software.
• Experience using Workday, Tyler Munis, or another financial and budgeting enterprise system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the City of Boulder’s annual budget and six-year capital improvement program.
• Monitor and analyze current and upcoming fiscal-year budgets to support strong financial stewardship.
• Serve as a central liaison supporting department budget development, including analysis, projections, and reporting.
• Perform forecasting and analysis, and conduct research for special projects.
• Support development of organizational outcomes, performance measures, and targets.
• Prepare information about funding options and budget constraints for key advisory, staff, and legislative bodies.
• Support budget community engagement.
• Prepare written reports, agenda items, presentations, monthly financial reports, and other documents communicating budgetary information.
• Perform related duties as required to meet the needs of the City.

What This Job Offers

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