Budget Analyst | Citywide Operations (Hybrid, NYC)

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in New York City seeks an Analyst/Assistant Analyst to support the DCAS unit with preparation of expense, capital budgets, and four-year plans. You’ll review submissions, run analyses, and help drive cost-effective financial planning across multiple agencies.

This hybrid role requires strong Excel skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and effective written and verbal communication. A cover letter is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in the public sector.
• Ability to use good judgement under pressure, motivated by long timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual expense and capital budgets and four-year financial plans for the Unit’s agencies.
• Prepare Certificates to Proceed for capital projects.
• Review agency budget submissions related to savings proposals and projects.
• Develop options and make recommendations for reducing departmental budgets.
• Monitor and review agency revenue receivables.
• Prepare and maintain budgetary controls and monitor expenditures and revenues.
• Review, monitor, and evaluate agency-held contracts.
• Ensure funding allocations and cost-effective planning alignment.
• Use Excel formulas and pivot tables to analyze large data sets and format spreadsheets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Public Policy

Master's degree in Financial Management/Business/Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in New York City seeks an Analyst/Assistant Analyst to support the DCAS unit with preparation of expense, capital budgets, and four-year plans. You’ll review submissions, run analyses, and help drive cost-effective financial planning across multiple agencies.

This hybrid role requires strong Excel skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and effective written and verbal communication. A cover letter is required for consideration.