Budget & Finance Project Coordinator

WORCESTER CITY OFC-WATER; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Worcester is seeking a Staff Assistant 3 in the Budget Division within the Office of Administration and Finance to support the CFO and drive finance projects. This role involves research, data collection, financial analysis, and project management, coordinating with internal departments and external partners.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged; strong MS Office skills and on-site attendance are required. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, business, or a related field.
• Experience or coursework in finance and budgeting.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office and related programs to analyze and/or reconcile financial data.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the CFO with internal and external inquiries, scheduling, administrative transactions, and drafting of documents.
• Assist with budgeting, financial management, capital planning, and operational improvement projects.
• Prepare and interpret financial reports and analyses.
• Coordinate internal and cross-departmental initiatives and teams to meet goals and timelines.
• Monitor project performance using metrics and adjust plans with the CFO as needed.
• Prepare work plans, progress reports, and presentations for leadership.
• Evaluate business processes and improve financial systems and workflows.
• Facilitate meetings, gather requirements, and provide structured follow-up.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and transparent public stewardship.
• Complete related work as required.

Skills

Independent worker

Punctual attendance

Microsoft Office Suite

Document editing

Data entry (Databases/Excel)

Financial setting experience

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Professional demeanor

Diversity collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, business, or a related field

Master’s degree in public administration, finance, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The City of Worcester is seeking a Staff Assistant 3 in the Budget Division within the Office of Administration and Finance to support the CFO and drive finance projects. This role involves research, data collection, financial analysis, and project management, coordinating with internal departments and external partners.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged; strong MS Office skills and on-site attendance are required. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.