Technical Budget Analyst and Contract Specialist

Hampton Roads Transit•Norfolk, VA

6d•$59,523 - $75,891

About The Position

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment. This position performs detailed analysis and reconciliations of monthly department-level budget to actual, prepares documentation for budget reviews, and analyzes operational and financial records, reports, and makes recommendations. It involves working with departments to compile data for analysis, determine operational and financial needs, and conduct cost-benefit analyses of proposed program actions. The role also assists department directors and managers with completing yearly budget requests and justifications, analyzes trends in fund disbursements, and assists with the creation of the annual budget for technology. The position requires excellent organization, strong written/verbal communication skills, the ability to grasp complex technical software, learn quickly, work within tight deadlines, troubleshoot problems, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. It also involves managing records in compliance with HRT policies.

Requirements

Perform financial, statistical, comparative analyses of budgetary documentation and data to achieve sound conclusions and recommendations
Monitor and report budget variances
Perform accurate mathematical calculations
Prepare clear, concise and complete reports and other written materials
Develop, organize and maintain accurate records of budget correspondence and data
Verify the completeness and accuracy of budgetary information and data
Exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Possess excellent analytical and communication skills
Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential
Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected
Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Knowledge of HCM systems and Financial systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365
Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm
Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies
Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or other related fields
Minimum of two years' work experience in accounting, budgets, procurement, project support, and/or any equivalent combination of training and experience
Possess a valid Driver's License
Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence)
This position is classified as essential personnel

Nice To Haves

Excellent organization, strong written/verbal communications and writing styles with an eye for detail
Ability to grasp technical complex software, learn quickly and work within tight deadlines
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and completely
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet multiple deadlines

Responsibilities

Performs detailed analysis and reconciliations of monthly department-level budget to actual
Prepares documentation for budget reviews
Reviews operational and financial records, reports and makes recommendations
Works with departments to compile data necessary to analyze and determine operational and financial
Works with departments to conduct cost benefit analyses of proposed program actions to ensure that requests substantially improve the achievement of HRT objectives with more effective use of approved
Works with department managers in the assessment of the annual budget programs and recommends revisions to these requests based on thorough analyses of the unit and its requirements
Assists department directors and managers with completing yearly budget requests and justifications
Analyzes trends in fund disbursements and progress toward attaining goals to ensure funds are used for approved and designated programs; assembles necessary
Assists with the creation of the annual budget for technology
Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures
All other related duties as assigned