Budget Analyst

Henderson County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson County is seeking a skilled Budget Analyst to drive the development of the annual operating and enterprise fund budgets. You will act as the primary liaison to departments and provide recommendations on fiscal policies and budget allocations under the supervision of the Financial Services Director.

You will collaborate with multiple departments, prepare budget materials, and monitor performance while supporting policy implementation and compliance with North Carolina statutes.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act.
• Experience with local government budgeting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (MUNIS preferred).
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze complex data and present findings clearly.
• Strong written and oral communication and ability to work with Department heads.

Responsibilities

• Assist Financial Services Director and department heads with budget preparation.
• Collaborate with departments to develop and review budget requests and recommendations.
• Analyze financial data and develop management recommendations and fiscal insights.
• Prepare budget presentations, documents, and reports for County leadership and Board of Commissioners.
• Support budget amendments and fund transfers in compliance with NC Statutes.
• Monitor budget performance and advise on corrective actions when needed.
• Coordinate with Human Resources on position control data and payroll projections.
• Attend Board of Commissioners meetings and other assigned sessions.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Budget analysis

Excel

Public budgeting

Tools

MUNIS ERP

Job description

Performs complex work in the development of the County's annual operating and enterprise fund budgets. Serves as a primary budget liaison to assigned departments and provides recommendations to management regarding fiscal policies and budget allocations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Financial Services Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / TYPICAL TASKS:

• Assists the Financial Services Director and department heads with budget preparation; assists departments with development and integration of departmental missions, goals and objectives into the County performance management program.
• (These are intended only as illustrations on the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
• Collaborates with departments to develop and review budget requests and recommends solutions to budgetary and operational challenges.
• Analyzes financial data and departmental budget requests to identify trends, assess fiscal impacts, and develop recommendations for management review.
• Prepares budget presentations, budget documents, and reports for County leadership and the Board of Commissioners.
• Conducts research, gathers and analyzes budgetary and financial data, and develops reports, recommendations and supporting information for County leadership and the Board of Commissioners. Supports the preparation of budget amendments and fund transfers in compliance with NC Statutes. Assists in the development and implementation of budget policies and procedures.
• Monitors budget performance throughout the fiscal year; analyzes budgetary issues and develops recommendations for corrective action when necessary.
• Collaborates with the Human Resources Department to align position control data with payroll projections, ensuring precise financial modeling during the budget development process.
• Attends and participates in Board of Commissioners meetings, management meetings, committees, task forces, and other meetings as assigned.
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, local government budgeting practices, and the principles of research, analysis, evaluation, and public administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, financial management, budgeting, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (MUNIS preferred). Demonstrate ability to collect, organize, and analyze complex data and present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Ability to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, establish and maintain productive working relationships, and attend work regularly