Business Analyst

City of Maricopa; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Maricopa is seeking a Business Analyst to oversee fiscal reporting and departmental budgets, driving efficiency across multiple departments. You will gather data, build KPI dashboards, and prepare executive reports to support leadership decisions and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities include cost monitoring, data analysis, and cross-department collaboration to improve transparency and accountability. A background in accounting/finance and ERP experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field.
• 3 years of work experience in operational analysis, project management, finance, or auditing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, prepares, and monitors departmental budgets (capital and operating).
• Ensure proper allocation of funds and reconcile financial reports.
• Gather and interpret financial and operational data to support initiatives.
• Develop reports and data queries across systems.
• Establish KPIs and distribute executive reporting packages.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Strategic thinking

Resource management

Change management

Decisiveness

Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, finance, or related field

Three years of operational analysis, project management, finance, accounting or auditing experience

Tools

Munis ERP

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Business Analyst is responsible for the fiscal reporting health and fiscal responsibility of assigned department(s). This includes cost controls, in-depth knowledge of department level spending, department budgets, and any applicable department revenue streams and operational requirements. This position researches and compiles data, prepares reports and presentations, establishes Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and works closely with department directors to drive and create operational efficiency and effectiveness. The Business Analyst may assist in strategic planning initiatives, new departmental initiatives, and strategic program analysis. Associated departments include Financial Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Parks and Recreation , Community Enrichment, Development Services, Public Works, Economic Development, Fire, and Police.

This job description aims to outline the primary duties and responsibilities of this role. Employees may be required to perform job-related duties other than those listed.

• Analyzes, prepares, and monitors departmental capital and operating budgets.
• Ensure proper allocation of collected funds and reconcile financial reports.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support organizational initiatives.
• Develop reports, queries, and data analysis across multiple systems.
• Establishes relevant KPIs and creates and distributes executive level reporting packages designed to provide proactive information to City leadership.
• Ensures all external reporting needs, deadlines, and associated compliance requirements are being met, including but not limited to grants, legal contracts, etc.
• Creates process and communication optimization for the department to align with project goals.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, transparency, and consistency across centralized functions.
• Researches and reviews existing and new contracts.
• Prepares various reports summarizing project, study, or program data; analyzes related data and makes recommendations based on findings.
• Researches and compiles data for various projects.
• Cross-trains with other analysts to create professional development and support structure for fellow analysts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, finance, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in operational analysis, project management, finance, accounting, auditing.

Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using ERP system, Munis preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening in accordance with the City’s Drug and Alcohol Policy and applicable law.

Knowledge of:

• Rules or regulations regarding budgets, finance, and accounting.
• Generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP).
• Budget management and development.
• Public records and documents.
• Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Program management requirements and restrictions.

Skill in:

• Effective verbal and written communications.
• Strategic thinking.
• Resource management.
• Managing change.
• Decisiveness.
• Collaboration.
• Microsoft Office Suite and a variety of software and database systems.

Ability to:

• Prepare budgets, forecast revenue and expenditures, and justify and defend financial requests.
• Monitor funding, maintain expenditure control, and request adjustments.
• Prepare financial reports and draw conclusions.
• Analyze costs and benefits.
• Update, track, and research databases.
• Create summaries of analysis and write reports.
• Work cooperatively with all levels of management, staff, vendors, and residents.

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and use good judgment in applying and following established procedures.
• Meet deadlines.
• Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.