Public Sector Operations & Budget Analyst

NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) in New York City seeks a Staff Analyst to support budget, accounting, and administrative functions across its lines of service. This role engages in spending reviews, cost tracking, and partnership with HR and purchasing teams to ensure efficient operations for City agencies.

Ideal candidates have advanced degrees or equivalent experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with PASSPort and FMS systems.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution or JD; or Bachelor’s degree with two years of relevant experience in budget/financial administration or personnel/policy analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in budget, accounting, or fiscal planning roles.
• High school diploma with six years of relevant professional experience in budget, personnel, or administrative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review and track LOS spending with Purchasing and Budget teams.
• Serve as LOS budget liaison and analyze budget needs.
• Prepare budget modifications and ensure funds are used efficiently.
• Assist HRBP with LOS new hire processing and interview logistics.
• Assist with LOS Purchasing using PASSPort and view in FMS.
• Review weekly DCAS Police staff meal activity and identify discrepancies.
• Track LOS quarterly reimbursable costs and weekly contractual invoices.
• Handle special projects and other analytical duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Research skills

Communication skills

Excel

PASSPort

FMS

Budget/financial experience

Education

Master's degree or JD

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

High school diploma +6 years experience

Tools

PASSPort

FMS

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) in New York City seeks a Staff Analyst to support budget, accounting, and administrative functions across its lines of service. This role engages in spending reviews, cost tracking, and partnership with HR and purchasing teams to ensure efficient operations for City agencies.

Ideal candidates have advanced degrees or equivalent experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with PASSPort and FMS systems.