Strategic Budget Analyst – Transit Operations

RTD - Regional Transportation District of Denver, CO (RTD); United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

RTD's Regional Transportation District seeks a Budget Analyst to partner with operations across multiple units. You will manage annual budgets, mid-term plans, review expenditures, and prepare requisitions and invoices to maintain fiscal discipline.

Strong accounting, financial analysis, and proficiency in MS Office and Oracle/Workday are required. Government transit experience is a plus. This role supports RTD's mission and operations in a dynamic public agency setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance required.
• Master’s degree is a plus and may substitute for experience.
• Minimum five years in budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis for multiple units.

Responsibilities

• Manages the annual budget, amended budget and Mid-term Financial Plan cycles for assigned areas.
• Prepares Financial Plan requests and amendments; analyzes expenditures and funding.
• Reviews invoices, purchase requisitions, and ensures policy compliance.
• Produces departmental variances and advises on funds availability and codes.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

MS Office

Oracle/Workday

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

Oracle

Workday

Job description

RTD's Regional Transportation District seeks a Budget Analyst to partner with operations across multiple units. You will manage annual budgets, mid-term plans, review expenditures, and prepare requisitions and invoices to maintain fiscal discipline.

Strong accounting, financial analysis, and proficiency in MS Office and Oracle/Workday are required. Government transit experience is a plus. This role supports RTD's mission and operations in a dynamic public agency setting.