Budget & Management Analyst II

Stafford County•Stafford County, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-independent, intermediate professional work in the preparation and analysis of budgets and short- and long-range financial planning and supports departments in their budget process. Independently provides direction and guidance to departments on budgets. Independently maintains and oversees the budget of one or more funds. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Requirements

General knowledge of the functions and operations of County organizations
Intermediary knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, techniques of municipal budgeting
Knowledge of accounting and finance
General knowledge of state laws and local ordinances applicable to budget preparation approval and administration
Thorough knowledge of research techniques, methods, and procedures
Ability to analyze and develop budget estimates
Ability to conduct detailed research and prepare related reports
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both vocally and in writing
Ability to use Microsoft Word and Power Point and intermediate ability with Microsoft Excel
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, other departments, and the public while providing excellent customer service
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in business administration, accounting, public administration or a related field, and at least 1 year of previous experience in a role with main responsibilities over budget activities
A minimum of 5 years of experience supporting budget process or working with related budget activities, in a municipal budget office, administrative, or financial operation is accepted in lieu of a degree

Responsibilities

Assists with the review and analysis of proposed budgeted expenditures and budget preparation
Provides the review, preparation and analysis of one or more funds budgeted expenditures and revenues
Assists with the monitoring of budget and expenditure reviews
Provides the variances on one or more funds with recommendations to County Administration and/or Departments for mitigating negative fiscal impacts
Prepares and maintains budget spreadsheets, records, and files
Prepares, presents and assists with providing direction and guidance for departments on established budgetary policies, guidelines, and procedures
Prepares and assists in the preliminary and final formulation, presentation, and administration of the recommended annual operating budget and capital improvement budget for the County
Assists with the preparation of supporting budget documentation including revenue projections, statistical data, and other fiscal information
Assists in the preparation, review and presentation of the five-year financial plans
Analyzes current operating expenditures and the estimates of future expenditures
Prepares informational materials on budget proposals
Conducts research and expenditure patterns, discuss results with supervisor, and recommends financial corrective measures as required
Assists with and plans for organizational wide meetings to meet the goals and timelines of the department
Prepares, researches, and develops Board of Supervisor Agenda items and various work sessions
Provides training to employees as needed for basic budget entry, budget adjustments, and capital planning
Provides administrative support in strategic plan documentation and presentation to the board
Performs related tasks as required