Budget Analyst - City Manager's Budget Office

City of San José; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Budget Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will analyze and develop the city’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency across departments. You will prepare key budget documents and support financial planning while collaborating with various teams to resolve budget issues. This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing you to balance on-site and remote work. If you are passionate about municipal finance and eager to contribute to a collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

City-provided laptop

Remote access

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; 2 years of experience for Analyst II.
• Knowledge of municipal budgeting principles and government finance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop the city's budget and financial planning.
• Prepare key budget documents and collaborate with departments.
• Support performance measures tracking and conduct research.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Fiscal Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Field

Job description

Budget Analyst - City Manager's Budget Office

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Position Overview

The City of San José is seeking a dedicated Budget Analyst to join the City Manager's Budget Office. This role involves analyzing and developing the city's budget, supporting financial planning, and collaborating across departments to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency.

About The Department

The Budget Office, led by the Budget Director, manages the development and monitoring of San José’s budget across over 135 funds, supporting the City Council's goals through comprehensive financial analysis and reporting. The team fosters a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on high-quality contributions.

Position Duties

This is a permanent Analyst I/II position. Responsibilities include:

1. Operating and capital budget analysis for assigned City Service Areas and departments.
2. Assisting in the development of budgets, revenue and expenditure projections.
3. Preparing key budget documents such as the Annual Operating and Capital Budgets, Mid-Year Review, and Fees and Charges Report.
4. Collaborating with departments to resolve budget issues and reviewing budget requests.
5. Supporting performance measures tracking and conducting research on budget and policy matters.
6. Working overtime during peak periods for the preparation and release of budget documents.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Analyst I: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Analyst II: Bachelor's Degree plus two years of professional experience in budget, finance, or related fields, or equivalent experience.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of municipal budgeting principles, statistical methods, and government finance.
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, collaboration, computer skills, fiscal management, multitasking, problem-solving, reliability, and communication skills.

Additional Information

This position requires a hybrid work environment, with at least four days onsite. A city-provided laptop and remote access are available, with applicants responsible for their own internet connectivity.

Selection Process

Applicants will be evaluated based on their training and experience, with selected candidates invited for interviews. Responses to supplemental questions are required during the application process.

Contact

Questions about the position can be directed to Jennifer Macias at [e-mail].

Other Details

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and must complete all required questions. Applications are not accepted via third-party sites. Multiple positions may be filled through this recruitment.