Principal Budget & Programs Analyst

Budget Programs Analyst

Under general direction of the Director of Budget and Financial Analysis and the Auditor-Controller, leads Agency budget process and participates in complex, sensitive, and detailed analytical work in the areas of budgets, finances, program operation and economic, regulatory and administrative policy. Performs other position-related duties as assigned.

The Budget unit has a Professional Development Program which allows consideration and appointment of eligible candidates at the appropriate position level. The unit has the following position levels:
1) Senior Budget Analyst, and
2) Principal Budget Analyst.

Senior Budget Programs Analyst:

- $ - $ Principal Budget Programs Analyst:

- $ - $

• Leads Budget Team in the annual budget process and takes a lead role in performing annual long-term financial projection
• Performs a wide variety of complex financial analysis, including financial forecasting, revenue projection, revenue analysis, modeling and cost/benefit analysis
• Performs and leads special studies for the District as well as coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies
• Analyzes financial impacts of District plans, facilities, services, operations, expenditures, funding programs, and strategies for Board, staff and public
• Leads the preparation of the District's budget including baseline projections, goals, objectives and performance measures
• Work with other managers to assist in preparing the departmental budgetary requests, ensures accuracy and timely completion
• Maintains and tracks the Budget issues in the Financial Systems that includes Budget Transfers, Budget Adjustments, and Monthly Budget Reports
• Takes the lead on examining current program operations and makes recommendations to management on efficiency and effectiveness improvements
• Reviews and creates contracts as needed as well as provides technical assistance to staff on financially related policies, procedures, and requirements
• Analyzes existing and proposed administrative financial policies and procedures
• Performs regular and year-end budgetary analysis for management and the Board of Directors
• Leads and works closely with analysts in other departments
• Assists in examining all fiscal analysis performed on decisions before the Board of Directors for clarity and accuracy
• Must maintain confidentiality of District information at all times
• Plans, coordinates, researches, and prepares reports for special studies such as impact on revenues, cost reduction, and operating and capital budget analysis
• Performs complex administrative and financial analyses, including problem identification, selection of methodology, evaluation of alternative solutions, and presentation of findings to management
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service
• Performs additional related duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable performance and attendance is required

Education and/or Experience:

A combination of college level training and position related experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university. Master's degree in a related field is highly desirable. Additional qualifying position-related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the education requirement
• 5 years of progressive full-time, recent position-related experience in budget preparation, budget analysis, financial analysis, economic analysis, examination of large construction contracts, or relevant administrative policy analysis
• Supervisory experience and public sector experience is highly desirable
• Strong computer experience with accounting systems and controls including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Principles, procedures, and methods of government auditing is desirable.
• Experience in implementing or converting to enterprise wide automated budgeting and…