Budget Analyst

City of Littleton•Littleton, CO

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Littleton is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Budget Analyst to join the Finance Department and play a key role in providing technical and analytical support in all aspects of budget development, oversight and monitoring of the city's annual budget. This position requires advanced proficiency in Excel and financial software systems, combined with solid financial management knowledge. The Budget Analyst is responsible for compiling and producing the annual budget document, 5-year capital improvement plan document, creating reports, maintaining budget records, and supporting the Budget Manager throughout the budget process. The ideal candidate has public sector or non-profit budgeting experience, strong technical skills, and a collaborative approach working with departments to manage budgets and budgetary needs. This position will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and initiatives including but not limited to: Continued development of a new budget system in conjunction with the City's recently implemented ERP (Workday) system Ongoing annual production of the budget document and capital improvement plan Supporting the annual budget and CIP development process with enhanced tools and reporting capabilities About the City of Littleton The City of Littleton is a vibrant community consistently recognized as one of America’s Best Small Cities, and a top destination for families. Discover some of the remarkable things Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org. With its historic and lively downtown, diverse shopping and dining options, and an extensive network of parks and trails, Littleton boasts a prime location just south of Denver and a short drive to the majestic Rocky Mountains and Colorado ski country. The City of Littleton offers excellent benefits and perks to its employees. For more details, please refer to the 2026 Benefit Guide. The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent, and its strategies include hiring at market pay and creating career development opportunities. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton. Hiring pay range $88,160 - $92,800 per year This full-time position is exempt per FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Work Schedule: The position offers a combination of remote and in-person attendance that may change over time. Currently three (3) in-person days per week will be required. The city will provide a computer, but the employee must have a reliable remote Internet connection. During peak budget cycles, additional in-person days may be required in addition to periodic attendance outside regular working hours at council meetings and study sessions. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but preference will be given to complete applications received by Sunday, February 15, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a related field; and
Two (2) years of related work experience in government or non-profit budgeting including:
Advanced Excel experience with financial modeling, complex formulas, and pivot tables
Experience with ERP/financial systems (Workday experience preferred)
An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including complex formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, and financial analysis.
Working knowledge of Workday or similar ERP systems with ability to navigate, maintain budget records, and run standard reports.
Proficiency or ability to quickly learn collaborative software platforms such as Smartsheet.
Solid understanding of financial management principles, government budgeting practices, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Knowledge of Colorado local government budget law and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of principles and methods of financial analysis in the public sector.
Ability to design and develop professional reports, presentations, and budget documents.
Strong analytical skills with ability to identify data discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Supports the Budget Manager in all aspects of the budget development process through analysis of revenue and expenditures, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and completeness.
Develops and maintains advanced Excel models, templates, and tools for budget analysis, financial projections, and reporting purposes.
Responsible for the creation and production of the annual budget document and capital improvement plan, compiling data and information provided by departments and the Budget Manager into professional, comprehensive publications that meet city standards.
Creates budget-specific reports, spreadsheets, financial statements, and presentation materials for City Council, city management and the public.
Maintains and updates budget records in Workday and other financial systems with a high degree of accuracy.
Monitors current-year budgets by fund, department, division, and cost center in financial systems for the purpose of maintaining budget control; providing technical support and ad hoc reporting.
Prepares fund summaries and financial projections using advanced analytical tools and models.
Analyzes fiscal trends and develops financial projections.
Ensures fiscal integrity and compliance with adopted budgets and appropriations through systematic monitoring.
Meets periodically with departments as needed under the direction of the Budget Manager to gather budget information and provide technical assistance.
Creates and maintains templates and workflows in collaboration software such as Smartsheet to enhance budget processes.
Works proficiently in Workday and other authoritative budget systems to maintain budget data, run reports, and perform system functions related to budget management.
Assists in development and maintenance of performance measures and related reporting, as needed.
Maintains awareness of developments in budgeting technology, financial software, and public financial management best practices.
Produces special analytical reports pertaining to specific areas of the city or local economy using a wide variety of current research tools.
Periodic attendance outside regular working hours at council meetings and study sessions may be required.
May support other Finance Department activities as necessary.
Provides other related duties and responsibilities as required.