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IndyGo · 1 day ago

Budget Analyst

Indianapolis, IN, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$60K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

IndyGo is the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana, committed to improving connectivity and mobility options. The Budget Analyst is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and maintaining financial data, while recommending improvements to enhance financial performance and operational efficiencies.

Public TransportationTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets financial and operational data, budgetary trends and historical data to identify and address any budget inconsistencies or errors and suggest improvements to maintain fiscal sustainability

Prepares clear reports and summaries that highlight performance and key findings

Identifies patterns and unusual trends in financial data to keep departments informed about potential issues or areas of success

Develops and maintains an understanding of essential systems (including the enterprise resource planning system of record)

Reviews data entry and collection methods, recommending improvements to ensure accuracy and consistency across reports

Prepares reports for Management, including monthly updates for Division Directors, as well as ad hoc financial and budgetary reports. Responsible for assisting the Manager of Budgets with quarterly and annual financial and operational reporting to local, state, and federal stakeholders

Develops and maintains an understanding of budget processes and procedures in all departments to assist in long range budget planning

Develops and maintains an understanding of the organization’s funding sources and revenue streams

Collaborates with the Budget Team to review division budget reports, monitor expenditures and fund availability and provide recommendations to Finance leadership

Provides data and statistical information to support other departments and outside agencies as needed

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Budget analysisFinancial analysisMicrosoft OfficeData analysisReporting skillsMathematical abilitiesCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis

Proficiency using a computer and related technology, including high proficiency with Microsoft Office, the internet, complex spreadsheets, and the structure of databases and query principles

Ability to operate office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, and phones

Demonstrated written, verbal communication and listening skills

Proven analytic ability, including the ability to communicate key performance indicators and trends clearly and succinctly in written and graphical formats

Ability to interact with others, both in person and through phone, e-mail, and written correspondence

Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Proficient mathematical abilities (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, and fractions), including the ability to apply principles of algebra and geometry

Ability to process and analyze data, to work with probabilities, and to make statistical inferences

Ability to monitor a budget, to track and control expenses and/or revenues, and to conduct financial analysis

Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage tasks and time effectively while adapting to changing reporting needs and deadlines

Must be able to adapt to learning new finance-related tasks and supporting emerging reporting needs as the team identifies opportunities for added support and evolving responsibilities

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, business administration, management, or a related field or equivalent combination of relevant education, certification or professional experience is preferred

Two (2) or more years of professional experience in budget analysis, financial analysis, accounting, or related finance functions preferred