Public Sector Budget & Operations Analyst

New-York-City-Department-of-Citywide-Administrative-Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is seeking a Staff Analyst to support budget, financial analysis, and program evaluation for LOS operations. You will collaborate with Purchasing, Budget, HR, and other city agencies to ensure efficient funding and compliance with city rules.

The role requires advanced analytics, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum one of the listed degree paths plus professional experience in budget, accounting, or fiscal research.
• Strong analytical, research and communication skills; ability to multi-task.
• Experience with city budget processes and public administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and track LOS spending, coordinating with Purchasing and Budget teams.
• Serve as LOS budget liaison and analyze budget needs.
• Assist HRBP with new hire processing and interview logistics.
• Assist LOS Purchasing using PASSPort for actions and FMS for view.
• Review weekly LOS meal activity reports and identify discrepancies.
• Track and prepare LOS quarterly reimbursable costs and weekly contractual invoices.
• Handle special projects and other analytical duties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration

Juris Doctor degree (law)

Bachelor's degree + 2 years relevant experience

Associate degree + 4 years relevant experience

High school diploma + 6 years relevant experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

PASSPort

FMS

Job description

Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is seeking a Staff Analyst to support budget, financial analysis, and program evaluation for LOS operations. You will collaborate with Purchasing, Budget, HR, and other city agencies to ensure efficient funding and compliance with city rules.

The role requires advanced analytics, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.