Strategic CIP Budget Leader for City Projects

City-of-Leander,-Texa; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Leander is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to lead the City’s Capital Improvements Program and annual operating and capital budgets. The role requires guiding multi-year CIP projects and coordinating with departments to align with city goals and available funding.

The position oversees budget development, performs variance analyses, and directs reconciliation of completed capital projects. Strong technical and communication skills are essential for this on-site leadership role in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field and four years of city, county, state/federal finance experience with budgets.

Responsibilities

• Leads the preparation of the City’s five-year Capital Improvement Plan with departments.
• Proposes budget amendments, adjustments, and transfers when necessary.
• Assists in preparing the City’s annual operating and capital budgets and related documentation.
• Monitors capital expenditures and cash flow to ensure budget adherence.

Skills

Budget forecasting

Capital budgeting

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Master’s degree in Finance/Public Administration

CGFO

Tools

Workday Adaptive Planning

Tyler Technologies Incode 9

OpenGov budget software

ERP budgeting modules

Job description

City of Leander is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to lead the City’s Capital Improvements Program and annual operating and capital budgets. The role requires guiding multi-year CIP projects and coordinating with departments to align with city goals and available funding.

The position oversees budget development, performs variance analyses, and directs reconciliation of completed capital projects. Strong technical and communication skills are essential for this on-site leadership role in