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The Budget Manager manages the preparation and administration of the annual operating and capital improvement budget under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer. In this capacity, this position is expected to be a key staff member who will assist with the development of strategic financial plans for the City and make recommendations to the City’s Management Team regarding budget policy, development and implementation. Manages day-to-day operations of the Budget Department.Applicants are required to attach a cover letter and resume.
The anticipated start date for the position is January 12, 2026.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plan and oversee the City’s annual budget process.
Oversee preparation of the five-year financial forecast.
Coordinate a fiscally responsible five-year Capital Improvement Program in conjunction with Treasury and Systems Engineering.
Responsible for quarterly reporting and presenting to City Council and City Boards.
Coordinate with departments to develop schedules and instruments to facilitate departmental budget preparation, including business plan update, and serve as liaison to Management team.
Review analysis of operating budget requests and coordinate discussion of concerns with department managers and make recommendations based on Council/Management priorities.
Oversee development of revenue projections in accordance with Management and the City’s Fiscal and Budgetary Policy and provide detailed analysis of various revenue streams as requested.
Provide information to assist with policy development, decision-making, benchmarking, surveying, and research of programs and projects.
Assists Management with the development of options to balance the budgets for the major operating funds.
Oversees preparation and related submission of the budget document that meets the standards set by the GFOA Distinguished Budget Awards program.
Work with the Accounting Department on the development of budget estimates for personnel, benefits, and Internal Cost Allocations for Internal Service Funds.
Prepare City Council agenda items and presentations on budget issues, program analysis and/or revenue analysis as requested.
Assist with bond issuance process as requested, including cash flow needs for new CIP projects.
Monitor budget performance trends.
Work with the Accounting Department in preparing monthly financial reports and portions of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (CAFR) as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or an applicable field with three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal budgeting/financial analysis or revenue analysis.
OR
Preferred Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, and an applicable field, with two (2) years of progressively responsible experience. CGFO preferred and may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Knowledge of:
Modern and highly complex principles and practices of municipal administration, organization, functions and services.
Principles of personnel selection, supervision, training and evaluation.
Methods and techniques of effective proposal preparation.
Management skills and practices applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
Research techniques, sources and availability of information and methods of report presentation.
Pertinent and applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
Statistical and financial analysis techniques.
Skill in:
Selecting, developing, organizing, motivating, training, supervising, and evaluating staff.
Gathering, compiling, analyzing, and evaluating a variety of data and making sound policy and procedural recommendations.
Applying general management principles to complex situations.
Interpreting and communicating to others the rules, regulations, and guidelines regarding concerns and needs.
Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Preparing and administering large budgets.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Demonstrating proficiency in both oral and written communications.
Operating a computer and use a variety of software applications.
Recognizing, evaluating, and responding adequately to a variety of policy issues faced by the City.
Reading and comprehending industry journals and magazines, letters, newsletters, memos and maps.
Writing messages, letters, memos, reports, statistical information and contracts, and policies and procedures.
Performing complex mathematical calculations for projects and analyzing expenditures/cost over time.
Analyzing and interpreting data, policies and procedures.
Exercising tact and diplomacy when working with vendors and the public.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.
Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) – preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.
Hiring Range: $87,539.92 - $109,657.60, salary commensurate with experience.
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