Budget Analyst/Senior Budget Analyst

6 days ago

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States City of Scottsdale, AZ Full time
Salary: $86,070.40 - $117,332.80 Annually
Location : Scottsdale, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: FY2425-00721
Division: CITY TREASURER
Department: BUDGET
Opening Date: 03/06/2025
Closing Date: 4/3/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

Introduction
Do you love numbers, have an inquisitive mind and want to make an impact in the community? If so, we'd love to meet you The Budget Division is looking for a dynamic analyst to join our team of professionals who maintains the city's fiscal controls, and prepares the city's budget and five-year financial plans. Our team is an integral part of the city and performs duties involved in the research, analysis and development of efficient financial systems. If you'd like to be a part of a great team while making a positive impact in the City of Scottsdale, we encourage you to apply
The hiring department requires that you attached a Cover Letter and Resume to your application.

The first review of applications will occur after 2 weeks.
Anticipated starting salary may be up to midpoint depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary is listed above and the midpoint for this position is:
Budget Analyst - $88,171.20 annually
Senior Budget Analyst - $101,670.40 annually
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Budget Analyst:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or other business-related fields from an accredited educational institution.
  • Two years' work experience in finance, budgeting, accounting, or closely related field.
  • An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Senior Budget Analyst:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or other business related fields from an accredited educational institution.
  • Three years' professional experience in finance, management analysis, budgeting, accounting, or closely related field.
  • An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
  • Preferred: Master's Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
  • Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions
  • Completes analyses regarding financial and operational issues, and assesses financial activities for funds.
    • Prepares monthly and annual financial reports. Provides information to senior/city management to facilitate analysis of budget variances and financial trends.
    • Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the budget process and develops strategies and alternatives that focus on continuous improvement, innovation and change.
    • Coordinates budget information from all parts of the organization and presents information in a fashion consistent with the intended user.
    • Partners with departments on budget submissions for accuracy, completeness and compliance with pre-determined targets and goals.
    • Prepares multi-year financial models, revenue and expenditure forecasts and financial trend analysis.
    • Performs citywide/ division budget development, monthly revenue and expenditure monitoring and variance reporting.
    Work Environment/Physical Demands
    The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • Work is performed in a City office environment.
    • Lift and carry storage files and computer reports weighing up to 30 pounds.
    • Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
    • Travel to/from meetings and various City locations.
    Benefits Highlights:
    The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
    • 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
    • Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
    • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
    • Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
    • City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
    • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
    • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide
    • Pet Insurance
    • Bilingual pay compensation
    Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information.

    Selection Process:The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

    Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
    • Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
    • Criminal Background screening
    The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

    PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

    When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

    This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
    Full-Time Positions:
    The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits,

    Part-Time Positions:
    The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking
01

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or other business related fields from an accredited educational institution?Note: The degree (to include the major) must be listed in the Education Section of the application.
  • Yes
  • No
02

Do you have at least two years of professional experience in finance, management analysis, budgeting or closely related field?Note: The experience must be listed in the Work Experience section of the application.
  • Yes
  • No
03

Please rate your experience and/or proficiency using Microsoft Excel.
  • No Experience/Proficiency
  • Basic Work Experience/Proficiency (Data Entry)
  • Fair Work Experience/Proficiency (Create and Format Spreadsheets)
  • High Level Experience/Proficiency (Vlookups, IF's and pivot tables)
04

Please describe your experience in budget and in financial and trend analysis and how your experience relates to this job.Note: Employers mentioned here must be shown in the Work Experience section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you don't have this experience, please write "None."
05

Please describe your experience and involvement in developing operating and capital budgets. Note: Employers mentioned here must be shown in the Work Experience section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you don't have this experience, please write "None."
06

Did you remember to attach your Cover Letter & Resume? Both documents are required by the hiring department.
  • Yes
  • No
07

Please indicate how you learned about this job opportunity with the City of Scottsdale.
  • City Website
  • Employee Referral
  • Facebook
  • Glassdoor
  • Governmentjobs.com
  • Indeed
  • Instagram
  • Job Fair (In-Person / Virtual)
  • Recruiter
  • Other
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