Senior Budget Analyst & Financial Planning Lead

City of Wilmington, NC; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Excellent retirement benefits and 401k

Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid

Paid holidays + parental leave

Flex schedule and telework options

Job summary

The City of Wilmington, NC seeks a Sr. Budget Analyst to transform complex financial data into actionable insights guiding community priorities. This role partners with City departments and leadership to influence investments and ensure resources align with strategic goals.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, performance measurement, and advisory support for city-wide operations. Strong Excel skills, data analysis, and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher and at least three years of relevant government budget experience.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate city-wide budget development and monitoring processes.
• Analyze budgets, revenues, expenditures, and policy issues to support recommendations.
• Prepare operating and capital budgets, budget in brief, and supporting materials.
• Develop financial models and forecast analyses for city programs and departments.
• Collaborate with departments on budget requests, justifications, and strategic plans.
• Monitor budget performance and provide insights to improve efficiency and resource allocation.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial planning

Data analysis

Forecasting

Presentation & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The City of Wilmington, NC seeks a Sr. Budget Analyst to transform complex financial data into actionable insights guiding community priorities. This role partners with City departments and leadership to influence investments and ensure resources align with strategic goals.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, performance measurement, and advisory support for city-wide operations. Strong Excel skills, data analysis, and effective communication are essential.