Budget Analyst

Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

We're working on an outstanding opportunity for a Budget Analyst. The Budget Analyst will provide budget preparation, analysis and evaluation services to leadership. This position will prepare the preliminary and final fiscal plan documents and special budget packages. The Budget Analyst will be a key role within the finance team and work closely with the Controller and CFO. If you are looking for a great work life balance, excellent benefits and a flexible schedule, this is the right opportunity for you! Budget Analyst Responsibilities: Designs and prepares budget planning instructions for revenue, capital and operating requests Research, compile and verify accuracy of financial data (i.e. Departmental and General Fund expenditures and revenues) and incorporate into the Fiscal Plan Create statistical graphs based on budgetary data for Financial Overview Completes special studies, as assigned, such as the A-87 cost allocation plans Compiles debt schedules Coordinates assembly of Fiscal Plan, including reconciliation, cross-referencing and pagination. Prepares electronic version of Fiscal Plan for posting and posts to the Departmental website Designs and manages computerized Capital program for financial analysis. Answers questions for database users Compiles data received from all city departments and design reports Coordinates assembly of five-year Capital Program Manages and maintains Budget Amendment database year-round Research and compile detailed financial data into a user-friendly format for analytical purposes (i.e. monthly financial reports) Initiate interdepartmental billings for Worker's Compensation Other duties such as: preparing exhibits for Budget Instructions, etc. Budget Analyst Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or public administration, economics or related field. Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in budget planning and analysis, governmental accounting or related field. The principles, theories, and practices of accounting, auditing, and budget management. Local, state, and federal laws, policies, rules, regulations, and standards pertaining to public sector accounting and budgeting. Computer applications and data processing applications for accounting, auditing, and budget analysis and preparation work Local government functions and operations and inter-departmental relationships. Adapt data processing systems and software for budgeting and accounting purposes. Analyze and interpret fiscal records to produce statements of budgeted funds. Establish and maintain effective working relationship with other employees, city officials, representatives from governmental and community agencies, and the general public. INJUN2025 ZRCFS LI-MY1

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