Budget Analyst

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts•Whittier, CA

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Finance Division of the Districts and play a direct role in shaping how a stable, mission-driven public agency plans and manages its financial future. As a Budget Analyst, you'll be at the center of the annual budget process—developing financial projections, analyzing budget requests, and providing the kind of clear, accurate analysis that helps leadership make sound decisions in support of the Districts' mission to protect public health and the environment by converting waste into resources. You'll work hands-on with Oracle EPM and emerging AI technologies to modernize how budgeting gets done, while building a strong foundation in financial planning that can grow into future opportunities as a Financial Analyst. The Districts offer what's hard to find elsewhere: long-term stability, a hybrid work schedule (in accordance with Districts policy), a 9/80 alternative schedule option, and real investment in your growth through tuition and professional development reimbursement. If you have advanced Excel skills, sharp analytical judgment, and genuine attention to detail, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

A valid California Class C driver license
Bachelor's degree in a directly related major, which includes coursework in business finance and accounting
Two (2) years of professional level experience involving budget projections, appropriations analysis and computerized budgeting modeling
Advanced Excel skills
Sharp analytical judgment
Genuine attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience with improving processes and procedures
Ability to effectively work with internal and external groups/teams
Knowledge of accounting principles and budgeting process
Knowledge of specialized computer applications related to budgeting and related record analyses
Knowledge of regulations related to public information reporting
Ability to prepare preliminary and final budgets
Ability to apply computer applications to establish and maintain budget records
Ability to write narrative reports
Ability to perform cost and funding analyses

Responsibilities

Analyze current and past budgets
Prepare and justify budget requests from other departments
Prepare cost projections for various department and projects
Analyze financial records to determine agency monetary resources required to fund and implement various proposals
Advise staff on cost analysis and fiscal allocations
Assist in the formal presentation of budget data
Research and utilize computer software to facilitate the budget process
Respond to requests for information regarding sewer rates and connection fees
Participate in the preparation of Revenue Program description booklets
Respond to relevant survey request from state and public agencies and regulatory bodies
Assist with the notification and presentation of budget information through correspondence, meetings and audio-visual materials