Budget & Management Analyst

St. George, City of • City Hall - St. George, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Budget Manager, performs professional analytical work in support of the City's Budget & Financial Planning Division. Primary responsibilities include assisting in the development, administration, and monitoring of the City's annual operating and capital budgets; conducting financial analysis and forecasting; preparing budget reports and recommendations; and supporting organizational planning, special projects, and financial decision-making. The position also supports the City's grant program by assisting the Assistant Budget Manager & Grant Administrator with grant research, application development, grant administration, compliance monitoring, reimbursement requests, reporting, and other grant-related activities. The Budget & Management Analyst works collaboratively with City departments, the Finance Department, executive leadership, funding agencies, and consultants to support sound financial management and advance the City's strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in government budgeting, finance, accounting, management analysis, or a closely related field.
• Valid Utah Driver License or ability to obtain one within a reasonable time after hire.
• Knowledge of government budgeting, financial administration, accounting principles, and public finance practices.
• Knowledge of budget development, financial analysis, forecasting, and performance measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of basic principles of federal, state, and local grant programs, grant administration, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of research methods, statistical analysis, project management, and recordkeeping principles.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel, financial systems, databases, and other business software.
• Knowledge of effective customer service, communication, and public relations practices.
• Skills in budget preparation, financial analysis, forecasting, and problem solving.
• Skills in researching, compiling, and analyzing financial, operational, and statistical information.
• Skills in managing multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Skills in preparing clear, accurate, and concise reports, presentations, documentation, and correspondence.
• Skills in assisting with grant research, application preparation, administration, and compliance activities.
• Skills in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Skills in building collaborative working relationships with departments, agencies, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex financial and operational information and develop practical recommendations.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial policies, grant requirements, laws, regulations, and administrative procedures.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments and coordinating with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, organized documentation, and a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn new programs, technologies, and governmental processes while effectively using standard office equipment and software applications necessary to perform assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• A master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination of the annual budget development process by assisting with the preparation of budget forms, instructions, schedules, training materials, and the City's budget system; collection, review, and analysis of departmental budget submissions; reconciliation of budget information; tracking budget changes; preparation of financial schedules; and compilation of the annual budget document.
• Performs financial forecasting, data analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and financial planning through the use of Microsoft Excel, financial systems, and other analytical tools.
• Works closely with assigned departments to develop budget recommendations, evaluate operational and capital funding needs, identify funding alternatives, and provide financial guidance throughout the budget development process and fiscal year.
• Assists in researching grant opportunities, preparing grant applications, administering awarded grants, monitoring compliance requirements, coordinating reimbursement requests, preparing required reports, and supporting grant closeout activities.
• Assists with administration of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and other federal, state, and local grant programs by coordinating with the Assistant Budget Manager, departments, funding agencies, consultants, and the Finance Department.
• Assists in preparing financial reports, budget presentations, agenda materials, surveys, and recommendations for executive leadership, the City Council, departments, funding agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Conducts research on governmental finance, grant opportunities, legislation, industry trends, and best practices, and recommends improvements to financial policies, administrative procedures, operational processes, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with City departments, executive leadership, the Finance Department, funding agencies, consultants, and community partners while providing responsive customer service and professional support.
• Utilizes financial systems, budget software, grant management systems, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other business applications to prepare analyses, maintain records, improve reporting, and support departmental operations.
• Performs other related duties, special projects, and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• Full City Benefits Package.
• The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents.
• New hires also receive 2 weeks of vacation time during their first year of employment, one of which is available to the employee on the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

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