City of Goodyear Economic Development ยท 2 weeks ago
Senior Budget & Research Analyst
Goodyear, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Goodyear is committed to building a highly engaged workforce and is seeking a Senior Budget & Research Analyst. This role involves preparing, analyzing, and coordinating the development of the City's budget while providing technical support and training to various City departments.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Acts as a Budget Liaison for various City departments. Coordinates and provides technical support to City department staff by resolving budget problems, providing training in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring of annual budgets, and other related activities
Performs various forms of budget and financial analysis, estimates and forecasts in support of the annual budget including revenue, operating and capital expenditures, and fund balance and capital funds availability
Coordinates the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) development process including instructions and forms, City department support and assistance, compliance and analytical reviews for projects and related operating cost estimates, technical and management review committee materials and agendas, project and fund based reporting and analysis, change tracking, and various forms of reporting for management, City Council and public
Provides analysis of the cost of service models and rate studies for various activities. Assists Budget & Research Manager with special studies and cost allocation plans
Prepares monthly and quarterly budget variance reports for department operating budgets, one-time supplemental budget allocations, capital improvement program and or revenues and other resources. Perform various types of trend and other analysis, prepare reports and questions for department discussions, and write variance explanations for quarterly and other financial reports
Coordinates, monitors and prepares tracking and payments for development agreements, including repayment programs, public improvement reimbursements, land use development agreements and incentives. Responds to inquiries regarding related contract obligations, renewals or revisions
Coordinates and prepares employee salary schedules, position control, and benefit and tax cost information and rates calculation for use in budget development system. Prepares analysis and reporting for positions including change tracking and department positions schedules
Administers development impact fee program budget and study process and annual reporting in compliance with state law. Provides information to City departments, the development community and the general public on impact fees and infrastructure funding issues
Represents the departments in various ad hoc and standing committees and task forces
Prepares financial schedules and presentations in support of the annual budget process and budget document. Coordinates the publication of the budget book. Participates in completion of the City's annual Capital Improvement Program documents. Gathers needed information, writes narratives and prepares draft presentations
Prepares general and economic impact analysis by researching pertinent data and developing recommendations for the Budget & Research Manager and senior management
Responds to department and division inquiries to budget issues, conducts research, analyzes data, and prepares reports when directed by the Budget Manager or Finance Director
Conducts long-range revenue and expenditure forecasts related to operating and capital expenditures, fund and balances, revenues and/or development impact fees
Participates in Legislative conference calls related to state budget and other topics. Analyses impacts to City finances, budgets and operations
Administers city-wide budget preparation systems including forms, tables, and other maintenance activities for the automated and business systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a general professional or technical field
Minimum three years of experience in a related field
Ability to read financial research studies, pending legislation, business plans, engineering consultant reports, water/wastewater technical reports, City Council communications, professional publications, request for proposals, organizational policies and procedures, regulatory publications, and technical financial analysis user manuals
Ability to work complex problem solving using algebra, present/future value concepts, trend analysis, statistical relationships, capital budgeting, financial formulas, and cost benefits analysis
Ability to write Financial Reports, Memorandums, Council Action Requests, and procedural manuals
Significant budget responsibility overseeing budget preparation of a program budget
Moderate policy/decision making ability, following established standard operating procedures and/or policies
Comprehensive application of technical skills with analytical judgment and decision-making abilities
High interpersonal/human relations skills for interactions impacting policy implementation
Benefits
Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
Longevity pay beginning at year six
Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite wellness center/clinic
Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
Robust employee well-being program
Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.
Company
City of Goodyear Economic Development
Goodyear, Arizona, a dynamic suburb west of Phoenix, boasts a population of over 116,000 residents and diverse amenities, including premier office space, entertainment, and exclusive dining in its growing downtown, GSQ.
Founded in 1917Goodyear, Arizona, US
501-1000 employeesFunding
Current Stage
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