Budget Analyst
Charlotte is America's Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.
Our guiding principles include :
- Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
- Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
- Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
- Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
- Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
Under general supervision this position will assist with the preparation and maintenance of the operating and capital budgets in accordance with Metropolitan Transit Commission policies and City Guidelines.
Major Duties and Responsibilities :
Coordinate and work closely with departmental management staff, and City Budget Officers to ensure financial systems reports and information are verified, and financial transactions are accurately reported for inclusion in various financial reports.Conducts a variety of studies, analysis, and program reports for transit.Assist Budget Manager with development and maintenance of year end projections, debt financing projections / administration, and long-term financial plans.Provides direct support to the Budget Manager in the annual development of long-term financial plans in compliance with requirements of the Federal Transit Administration, and other specialized projects, e.g. monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to MTC.Handles day-to-day management of Operating and Capital budgets through transaction review and approvals.Maintain Operating ledger and Capital projects through budget adjustments, transfers, journal entries, and account set up.Assist in monitoring department performance measures against compliance with MTC policies, City Finance and Budget standards.Perform financial, budgetary, and analytical tasks of high complexity and scope.Analyzes expense charges from other City of Charlotte departments for propriety and accuracy.Assist with Federal, State, and Local reviews, such as the FTA Triennial Review.Perform other duties as assigned.As part of your responsibility to support the CATS Safety Culture, report safety concerns and issues through the various methods established by CATS as outlined in the ASP.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :
Strong critical thinking and strategic analytical skillsHigh level of sustained accuracy and compliance with written procedures and verbal instructionsConsiderable knowledge of budgetary preparation and analysisAbility to analyze financial transactions, understand Federal, State, and Local financial regulationsProficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and Excel to include knowledge of pivot tables and other excel functionsAbility to analyze complex administrative / financial issues and prepare effective recommendations and solutionsAbility to work flexible schedules, days and hours in completion of routine work and special assignmentsAbility to communicate effectively both, written and verballyPreferred Qualifications :
Demonstrated proficiency in creating and manipulating spreadsheets, databases, and reporting systems.Considerable knowledge of the Workday Financial Accounting System.Understanding of Capital project accounting within a Governmental agency.Minimum Qualifications :
Requires a 4-year degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field and / or a minimum of five (5) years' experience in various facets of financial management, budget development, and municipal administration
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
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The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.