Budget & Performance Analyst

Town of Clayton•Clayton, NC

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Budget & Performance Analyst for the Administration Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts. The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community. The Budget & Performance Analyst performs professional analytical work supporting the Town’s budget development, financial and performance management, grants coordination, and organizational transparency initiatives. This position will be responsible for maintaining and analyzing financial, performance, and grant-related data; preparing reports and dashboards; and coordinating grant tracking and compliance. The Analyst serves as a core member of the Budget & Performance Office and manages key analytical and reporting processes with oversight from the Budget Manager.

Requirements

Knowledge of public budgeting principles, financial analysis, and municipal operations.
Working knowledge of grants administration concepts, including compliance tracking, reporting requirements, and Council approval processes.
Strong analytical skills with demonstrated proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts).
Experience with or ability to learn data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI, ClearGov, or similar platforms.
Ability to analyze complex data sets and clearly communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Ability to establish effective working relationships across departments.
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
One year of professional experience in budgeting, financial analysis, performance management, grants coordination, data analysis, or related work.
Some experience utilizing and operating computers and experience in working with the general public

Nice To Haves

Experience with dashboards, ERP systems, grant tracking, or municipal financial systems.
Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job

Responsibilities

Assist with development of the annual operating budget.
Hold monthly budget meetings with department heads.
Prepare recurring budget reports using the Town’s ERP and other reporting tools.
Review, process, and monitor budget amendments and routine budget adjustments.
Analyze financial trends, performance, and revenue activity across departments.
Maintain data accuracy within budget modules, dashboards, and reporting systems.
Support long-range financial planning, scenario modeling, and ad hoc financial analysis.
Lead the continued development, coordination, and administration of the Town’s performance management program (currently in pilot stage).
Work with departments to develop, refine, and track performance measures aligned with Council priorities and strategic goals.
Build, maintain, and update dashboards using Excel, Power BI, ClearGov, and other tools to communicate results internally and publicly.
Analyze operational and performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Support transparency initiatives through preparation of monthly, quarterly, and/or annual performance reports.
Track grant awards, reporting deadlines, compliance requirements, and funding restrictions in coordination with departments.
Maintain centralized grant tracking tools and documentation to support financial reporting, audits, and internal oversight.
Assist departments in identifying and pursuing alternative funding opportunities, including federal, state, and private grant programs.
Support the preparation, review, and coordination of grant applications to ensure alignment with Town priorities and budget capacity.
Support implementation of the Town’s grants management policies and best practices.
Maintain budget, performance, and grant-related datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and auditability.
Learn and navigate ERP budget and grant modules, reporting tools, and data extraction processes.
Provide technical assistance to departments on budget entry, performance reporting, and grant-related data requirements.
Prepare clear and professional reports, visualizations, and presentations for leadership, Town Council, and public audiences.
Coordinate with departments, finance staff, and external partners on cross-functional projects involving budgeting, performance, or grants.
Support Council expectations related to transparency, accountability, and data-informed decision-making.