Strategic Municipal Budget Manager

Odessa, Texas; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Odessa is seeking a Budget Manager to oversee the development of the City budget, monitor departmental performance, and coordinate technical budget processes. Under basic supervision, you will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

You will analyze trends, forecast financial status, prepare final budget proposals, and advise management on funding priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration and four years of accounting/government budgeting experience.
• Experience analyzing budgets, forecasting expenditures, and presenting financial insights.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and communicate complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manages preparation of City's budget and develops budget policies and standards.
• Analyzes trends, forecasts revenue and expenditures, and assesses department funding needs.
• Advises management and coordinates budget requests with program managers.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial forecasting

Data interpretation

Staff supervision

Policy interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

City of Odessa is seeking a Budget Manager to oversee the development of the City budget, monitor departmental performance, and coordinate technical budget processes. Under basic supervision, you will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

You will analyze trends, forecast financial status, prepare final budget proposals, and advise management on funding priorities.