Budget Analyst

JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget Analyst

Hiring Salary: $65,507 - $81,884 /year

Budget Analyst Full Salary Range: $65,507 - $102,355 /year

Eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Salary to be commensurate with experience.  

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

As a member of the Budget Office team in the Finance Department, the employee will perform a variety of complex analytical and administrative functions, including financial planning and control, budget development and monitoring, financial and data analysis, position control and budgeting, programmatic review, and reporting and documentation. The ideal candidate will be an experienced team player who is detail-oriented, analytical, and self-motivated. We are a high-performing, hard-working group that likes to have fun. We are currently looking for a personable and qualified professional to join the office. Although an experienced candidate is preferred, varying experience levels will be considered.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates, researches, analyzes, develops, and reviews recommendations for budgeting, operations, financial planning, organizational analysis, policy formulation, performance measures, and service delivery

• Identifies and facilitates budget adjustments as necessary

• Works with other budget staff and/or works independently to coordinate and facilitate the development of department and division budgets

• Acts as a liaison to the city's financial divisions in monitoring accounts and financial reports

• Provides research information, resolution recommendations, and follow-up regarding control and budget issues

• Provides administrative and budget assistance to departmental management and budget coordinators

• Performs analysis of departmental expenditures and revenues against evaluation criteria

• Assists in fund management

• Prepares and reviews various technical and financial reports

• Performs additional duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: 

·         Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, business technology, economics, or a directly related field with comparable research and analytical focus. Master's Degree preferred.

Experience: 

·         At least 1 year of progressively responsible analytical/administrative experience in areas such as control of complex budgets, financial analysis, productivity improvements, work systems review, and complex spreadsheet development. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. 2 or more years of experience in effective budget and financial analysis for a governmental agency (state, county, or local level) is preferred.

Abilities: 

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of finance and budgeting; methods, techniques, and processes, including budgeting and accounting

• Personal computers, and related word processing, spreadsheet (advanced level), and presentation software applications. Workday HCM/ERP experience is a plus.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens, and elected officials; handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy;  communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and fulfill goals and objectives; develop and implement complex financial budget analysis; prepare and deliver presentations that summarize analysis; and able to work independently or in teams to complete assignments.

Skills: 

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

• Excellent skills in the use of the computer, including spreadsheet design, word processing, and presentation creation.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• Excellent skills in the use of the computer, including spreadsheet design, word processing, and presentation creation.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary physical work that involves moving or lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time with or without assistance.

• Occasional carrying, walking, and standing.

• Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents.

• Speech communication and hearing are used to maintain communication with employees and citizens.

• Hand/eye coordination for the operation of the computer keyboard, carts, and moveable shelving

Work Environment:

• Hand/eye coordination for the operation of the computer keyboard, carts, and moveable shelving

Equipment Used:

• Hand/eye coordination for the operation of the computer keyboard, carts, and moveable shelving

This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g., vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.