Budget Analyst

Trinity River Authority of Texas; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading authority in Texas seeks a Budget Analyst to manage the annual budget process, collaborate with various departments, and ensure compliance with standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, 1-2 years' experience, and a strong mathematical and detail-oriented skill set.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or as a budget analyst.
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards.
• Working knowledge of budget practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor the annual operating budget.
• Assist in the development of budget user guides.
• Review department expenditures to ensure compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Communication”,

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Lawson ERP Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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Position Summary

The position provides a valuable opportunity to gain insight and experience with both the operational and administrative aspects of the Authority. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential to be successful in this position.

• Participate in the preparation of the annual operating budget. Serve as a link between departments and Authority management by updating files; preparing data for various committees and for budget kickoff; reviewing department budget submissions, and working with departments to make changes and corrections, and compiling the Annual Budget document.
• Work with departments to monitor their budgets, provide periodic updates and provide support as needed for budget management needs throughout the Authority.
• Assist in the development of budget user preparation guides/instructions to ensure departments are knowledgeable of the budget process, followed by assisting in conducting periodic group or one-on-one training, researching, and answering questions
• Maintains budget statistical information from departments in a presentation format that meets standards set by the GFOA Distinguished Budget Awards program.
• Assist departments with performance measures
• Assist in tying the Authority’s vision and strategic objectives into the annual budget process.
• Review expenditures of departments to ensure compliance with budget and consistency with the chart of accounts; researches inconsistencies and corrects findings.
• Assist in the preparation of routine monthly and quarterly financial reports. Such as Budget to Actual, performance data, and expenditure and revenue status report to provide appropriate monitoring for effective decision making.
• Assist departments in the Budget Amendment requests submission process and entry into the accounting system.
• Assist in reviewing budgetary policies
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Details

Description

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Manager, Budget

Manager, Accounting

Position Summary

The position provides a valuable opportunity to gain insight and experience with both the operational and administrative aspects of the Authority. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential to be successful in this position.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of the annual operating budget. Serve as a link between departments and Authority management by updating files; preparing data for various committees and for budget kickoff; reviewing department budget submissions, and working with departments to make changes and corrections, and compiling the Annual Budget document.
• Work with departments to monitor their budgets, provide periodic updates and provide support as needed for budget management needs throughout the Authority.
• Assist in the development of budget user preparation guides/instructions to ensure departments are knowledgeable of the budget process, followed by assisting in conducting periodic group or one-on-one training, researching, and answering questions
• Maintains budget statistical information from departments in a presentation format that meets standards set by the GFOA Distinguished Budget Awards program.
• Assist departments with performance measures
• Assist in tying the Authority’s vision and strategic objectives into the annual budget process.
• Review expenditures of departments to ensure compliance with budget and consistency with the chart of accounts; researches inconsistencies and corrects findings.
• Assist in the preparation of routine monthly and quarterly financial reports. Such as Budget to Actual, performance data, and expenditure and revenue status report to provide appropriate monitoring for effective decision making.
• Assist departments in the Budget Amendment requests submission process and entry into the accounting system.
• Assist in reviewing budgetary policies
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not regularly provide work leadership or full personnel management to any employees.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Reviews, analyzes, and assists in the preparation of an estimated Annual Budget exceeding $300 Million.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience

At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or as a budget analyst.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

(any specialized certifications licenses or registrations required by TRA or other authority in order to do the job, including those the incumbent must be able to obtain)

Valid Texas Driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE

(Information or facts that employee must know in order to be able to perform the work)

Knowledge of Lawson ERP Software preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat. Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards.

Skills And Abilities

(developed capability to use or apply knowledge effectively or dexterity/coordination in the performance of physical tasks)

Must possess full knowledge of accounting and budgeting practices. Mathematical skills needed to review budget accuracy and analyze variances. Must be detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities, and communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

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Receives general direction about results to be attained. Typically receives general direction about

assignments and work results to be attained. Requires judgment to determine which methods apply and what data/information should be considered. The position must think through how issues can be addressed within existing policies and procedures and may assist others with more complex work methods and problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires minimum physical exertion with daily lifting requirements generally under 20 pounds. Good hand/eye coordination and great attention to detail. Activities may include carrying office materials, pulling and pushing files drawers, and organizing paperwork.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are almost always carried out in an office environment.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Office equipment including personal computers, various printers, and host computing systems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

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