BUDGET ANALYST

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This class is responsible for assisting in coordinating, planning, prioritizing the full realm of budget activities for the Public Works Commission. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in preparing the annual budget for the Public Works Commission/working with finance management to plan/maintain the budgeting system in coordination with the central accounting system according to standard budgetary and accounting principles; assisting in providing technical consultation to departmental management in the formulations and recommendations of their own budget proposals; performing analysis of budget information; providing input to the Budget Manager concerning budgetary matters. Operating under general supervision of the Budget Manager, leeway is allowed for the exercise of independent judgement in carrying out the details of the work. Extended hours may be required. Performs related work as required. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Computer, calculator, communication equipment, and other equipment, as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of safety rules/regulations/ procedures, as appropriate; good knowledge of the Public Works Commission divisions/departments; good knowledge of current budget policy, its application, and the budget process; good knowledge of various accounting systems and the use of computer equipment in developing and using those systems for budget development; good knowledge of the procedures/techniques used in cost analysis and cost effectiveness studies; good knowledge of program monitoring to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints; skill in using a computer and applicable software; skill in performing mathematical computations accurately; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to research, plan, coordinate, schedule, project, and prioritize work; ability to prepare and maintain reports and records; ability to maintain effective working relationships with customers, the general public, all levels of employees, officials, and contractors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (either)

(A) Graduation from a four (4) year accredited university/college with a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; OR

(B) Graduation from a two (2) year accredited college or technical school with a degree/certification in business/ accounting/financial technology, or related field and a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal or accounting experience which includes one (1) year in budgetary preparation and analysis; OR

(C) An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as defined in (A) and (B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

SAFETY HAZARDS: Minimal.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: As required in the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.

EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

GRADE 407 $26.26-$34.59/HOURLY