Budget Analyst

Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Retirement plan with 2:1 match

457 option

Certification pay

Longevity pay

Community Center Membership

Pools and tennis facilities access

13 Holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District in Round Rock, Texas, seeks a Budget Analyst to develop and implement the annual budget, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting. The role supports forecasting, variance analysis, and long-term planning with a focus on prudent resource management.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, demonstrate exceptional accuracy, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop routine and non-routine comprehensive reports.
• Ability to work as an individual but within the framework of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensures budget processes align with District policies, GAAP, GASB, and applicable regulations.
• Develops and monitors the District's annual budget, analyzes variances, and collaborates with departments for accurate and timely data submissions.
• Prepares financial statements and reports with accuracy and compliance, ensuring they meet District standards and GAAP requirements.
• Conducts financial forecasting and long-term planning to support the District's financial stability and goals.
• Tracks expenditures, monitors budgets, and works with departments to optimize resource use and maintain budget compliance.
• Evaluates investment opportunities and financial risks, providing detailed analyses and recommendations to ensure sound financial management.
• Assesses alternate financing options for bonds, analyzing market conditions and financial impacts to recommend viable strategies.
• Maintains organized and accurate budget files, ensuring compliance with record retention policies.
• Assists with preparing agendas and financial reports for meetings, presenting financial updates as needed.
• Manages continuing disclosure requirements.
• Prepares financial documentation for grants and tracks expenditures.
• Supports the District's recycling policies and initiatives.

Skills

Budgeting

GAAP

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

Join our Team and be part of The Brushy Creek Life!

The Location:

Come experience "The Brushy Creek Life" in Round Rock, Texas, just minutes north of Austin. Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District enjoys the quiet rural aspects of small-town America while having proximity to cosmopolitan amenities.

The Organization:

Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District is home to 18,000+ residents. Formed initially as Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 2 in 1977, BCMUD provides water and wastewater services, recreational activities, beautiful gardens, parks, and miles of trails through the Brushy Creek community. BCMUD operates four swimming pools, four tennis courts, and a disc golf course throughout the community.

At the heart of our District is the Brushy Creek Community Center. Our Community Center features two gyms, two racketball courts, weight room, rock wall, and recreational programming, including various fun activities, educational and fitness classes.

Brushy Creek employs approximately 190 seasonal, part-time, and full-time team members.

Budget Analyst:

The Budget Analyst, under the direction of the Accounting Manager and guidance from the Board of Directors, is responsible for developing and implementing the District's annual budget. This position assures compliance with the District's financial policies and procedures in compliance with GAAP. Prepares and delivers financial reports per the District's safekeeping of assets policy.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensures budget processes align with District policies, GAAP, GASB, and applicable regulations. Monitors adherence to budget controls and addresses compliance risks.
• Develops and monitors the District's annual budget, analyzes variances, and collaborates with departments for accurate and timely data submissions.
• Prepares financial statements and reports with accuracy and compliance, ensuring they meet District standards and GAAP requirements.
• Conducts financial forecasting and long-term planning to support the District's financial stability and goals.
• Tracks expenditures, monitors budgets, and works with departments to optimize resource use and maintain budget compliance.
• Evaluates investment opportunities and financial risks, providing detailed analyses and recommendations to ensure sound financial management.
• Assesses alternate financing options for bonds, analyzing market conditions and financial impacts to recommend viable strategies.
• Maintains organized and accurate budget files, ensuring compliance with record retention policies.
• Assists with preparing agendas and financial reports for meetings, presenting financial updates as needed.
• Manages continuing disclosure requirements.
• Prepares financial documentation for grants and tracks expenditures.
• Supports the District's recycling policies and initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop routine and non-routine comprehensive reports.
• Ability to work as an individual but within the framework of a team.

Benefits:

• The District covers the entire cost of employees' medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance up to 50K.
• Retirement plan through the Texas County District Retirement System with a contribution match of 2 to 1 at retirement
• Employee funded 457 option
• Certification pay
• Longevity pay
• Employee Community Center Membership
• Access to community pools and tennis courts
• 50% Off Sports & Classes
• Annual leave
• Sick leave
• 13 Holidays