Management and Budget Analyst I - City

City of Oklahoma City • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • $31 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Financial Planning and Management Division of the Finance Department within the City of Oklahoma City. The Management and Budget Analyst I is primarily responsible for assisting in the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of the City budget, capital budget, revenue forecasting, reviewing budgetary expenditures, and facilitating strategic planning, and performance measurements.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in financial analysis, public budgeting, data analysis, or performance measurement.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, business, economics, a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of budgetary management practices and principles.
• Knowledge of financial systems, fund structures, common data sets.
• Knowledge of the Municipal Budget Act.
• Skill in verbal and written communication while using tact and diplomacy.
• Skill in applying knowledge of budgetary and management principles to work performed.
• Skill in compiling and analyzing data.
• Skill in the use of queries to produce data sets for analysis.
• Skill in performing relevant mathematical, algebraic, and statistical computations.
• Skill in tabular programs, including modification and development of spreadsheets.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to solve practical problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to train and aid finance and management staff Citywide.
• Ability to learn city systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Researching and analyzing City budgetary functions and activities to make recommendations for organizational improvements.
• Communicating thoughts, ideas, and recommendations in a concise, logical and understandable written format.
• Disseminating complex ideas through formal and informal presentations to all levels of the organization.
• Utilizing various mathematical and statistical methods to compare and project quantitative data for inclusion in various narrative and statistical reports related to various assigned projects.
• Working closely with City personnel during the study and implementation of recommendations and making follow-up investigations after implementation.
• Demonstrating interpersonal skills when interacting with City personnel and when obtaining or providing information on problems that may be of a controversial nature.
• Utilizing tact and diplomacy to attain understanding and cooperation to achieve desired results.
• Serving as a project team leader and providing technical assistance to City departments, finance, and management staff.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement
• A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

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