Budget Analyst Senior

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

DEPARTMENT: Finance
 
HIRING AUTHORITY: Director of Finance
 
FLSA STATUS:  Non-exempt
 
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP:  Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM,  37.5 per week
 

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, assists in the development, implementation and administration of the County budget. Performs complex and specialized analysis and interpretation of relevant fiscal data. Assists departments in interpreting and implementing budgetary policies and procedures. Identifies and reconciles budgetary discrepancies and monitors approved changes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Makes budget recommendations to Finance Administration.

Researches standards, develops workload measures, evaluates results and makes recommendations to improve the efficient use and appropriation of County financial resources.

Performs analyses of unique problems and developments during the fiscal year to provide budget recommendations, justifications, projections and/or re-evaluation of budget procedures.

Provides assistance to departments in interpreting and implementing budgetary policies and procedures in order to ensure compliance with established County controls.

Reconciles departmental budgets to approved budget allocations to ensure monies are distributed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Identifies and reconciles budgetary discrepancies and monitors approved changes throughout the fiscal year. Identifies and interprets sources of relevant data for use in budget formula calculations and comparisons.

Analyzes current and past budgets, prepares budget requests and allocates funds following established policies and procedures.

Analyzes accounting records to determine financial resources required to implement programs and submits recommendations for budget allocations. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of accounting experience
• Previous experience with the year-end federal single audit process
• Previous experience with project management

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with a government or non-profit organization
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project management
• Previous supervisory experience

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

Preferred Licenses or Certifications

• Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM)
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Financial systems
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
• Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices
• 2 CFR 200 – Uniform Administration Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
• Relevant software applications such as Sympro and Microsoft Office products such as Smartsheet and SharePoint
• Financial analysis and reconciliation
• Grant reporting procedures

Skill in:

• Troubleshooting
• Organization
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and ratios

Ability to:

• Analyze and evaluate financial information
• Make recommendations on complex issues
• Research federal grant expenditure eligibility
• Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

• The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS 

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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