Strategic Budget & Forecast Analyst

Town-of-Berli; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town-of-Berli is seeking a Budget Analyst to provide critical financial and administrative support across Town departments. You will help develop, analyze, implement, and monitor the Annual Operating and Capital Budgets, interpreting policies and guiding automation of activities.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years in municipal finance, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, and public administration preferred.
• 2–5 years of related work experience (preferably in municipal finance).
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain confidential information.
• Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Proficient with technology and demonstrated desire to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and execution of purchase orders in line with budgets and funding levels.
• Participate in development and monitoring of the Town’s operating budget and five-year plans.
• Recommend improvements to budget processes leveraging technology and tools.
• Prepare reports and financial analyses for town operations and projects.
• Review payrolls, accounts payable batches, and journal entries for accuracy and compliance.
• Support special projects and respond to budget questions from stakeholders.

Skills

Independent judgment

Written & verbal communication

Technological proficiency

Process improvement

Budget concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or public administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Town-of-Berli is seeking a Budget Analyst to provide critical financial and administrative support across Town departments. You will help develop, analyze, implement, and monitor the Annual Operating and Capital Budgets, interpreting policies and guiding automation of activities.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years in municipal finance, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.