City Budget Analyst - Forecasting & Insights

City of Round Rock, TX; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Round Rock, TX is seeking a Budget Analyst who enjoys working with numbers and solving financial puzzles to support informed decision-making. The role blends analysis with collaboration and creativity to shape financial strategy through forecasting and thoughtful budget development.

Under limited supervision, you will monitor budgets, prepare reports and presentations, and communicate financial information clearly to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Three years of budgeting or related financial experience.
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with financial data.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly.
• Flexibility to manage multiple tasks with diverse departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist departments with budget requests and provide guidance regarding budget policy, historical actuals, revenue estimates, and other relevant factors.
• Monitor, track, and forecast revenues and expenses for budget preparation and ongoing financial reporting.
• Conduct analytical work including budget-to-actual comparisons, historical trend analyses, revenue projections, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Ensure data integrity by reviewing and reconciling budget reports with the general ledger.
• Support the Budget Manager with research and special projects for leadership and other departments.
• Prepare and deliver requested reports on citywide revenue and expenditure activity.
• Utilize business analytics tools to conduct statistical trend analyses and produce audience-appropriate summaries.
• Develop and update financial planning models, including long-range revenue forecasts for multiple funds.
• Demonstrate strong critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, solid writing abilities, and excellent communication.
• Approach budget allocations with creativity and produce clear, practical budget documents, graphics, and publications.
• Maintain a professional, collaborative, and customer-focused approach in all departmental interactions.

Skills

Budgeting experience

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Business analytics software

Financial databases

Job description

City of Round Rock, TX is seeking a Budget Analyst who enjoys working with numbers and solving financial puzzles to support informed decision-making. The role blends analysis with collaboration and creativity to shape financial strategy through forecasting and thoughtful budget development.

Under limited supervision, you will monitor budgets, prepare reports and presentations, and communicate financial information clearly to diverse audiences.