City of Phoenix · 10 hours ago
Budget & Research Analyst - Budget and Research Department
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$89K/yr - $131K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Phoenix is the fifth largest municipality in the United States and is seeking a Budget and Research Analyst for its Budget and Research Department. This role involves monitoring and forecasting operating budgets, conducting financial analyses, and preparing reports to ensure effective fiscal planning and compliance.
Government
Responsibilities
Ensure operating expenditures for departments stay within appropriated limits and estimates and work collaboratively with staff to manage costs in all budget line items
Conduct central reviews of select citywide expenditures and analyze department estimates, recommend changes, and discuss with departments
Prepare key portions of city budget documents
Prepare monthly expenditure forecasts with variance analysis
Review position management requests for funding availability and compliance with administrative regulations
Conduct independent research involving surveys, identifying best practices, and producing cost-benefit analysis with recommendations
Prepare written reports for a large variety of audiences, including executive management staff
Communicate regularly and provide excellent customer service to department liaisons
Identify improvements, cost savings, and efficiencies for a diverse array of city programs and services
Assist with each stage of the budget development process and provide training and support on how to use budget development software
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, accounting, statistics, or a related field
Three years of professional-level experience in governmental budgetary and finance activities which included some experience analyzing and interpreting financial and economic data and trends
Other combinations of experience and education which meet the minimum requirements may be substituted
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position
Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a city vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage
Preferred
Master's degree in public administration, business, economics, accounting, finance, or a related field
One year or more of experience with operating budget development through the different phases of a fiscal year
Two or more years of experience preparing monthly expenditure forecasts and performing variance analysis to support financial planning and decision-making
Experience conducting comprehensive research studies, including survey design and analysis, identification of best practices, and development of cost-benefit analyses with actionable recommendations
Experience preparing clear, well-structured written reports for diverse audiences, including executive leadership
Experience identifying cost savings and operational efficiencies across a wide range of municipal programs and services
Experience with fund balance analysis
Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
Dental, vision, and life insurance options
Employer paid long-term disability
Free Bus/light rail pass
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
Company
City of Phoenix
Phoenix is Arizona’s capitol and the sixth largest city in the United States, with more than 1.5 million residents and growing.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ajay Joshi
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Brandie Reynolds
Assistant Chief Information Officer
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