Assist in developing annual budgets, multi‑year financial plans, and departmental spending projections
Conduct variance analysis and prepare monthly/quarterly budget performance reports
Support scenario modeling, cost projections, and funding allocation reviews
Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities
Prepare dashboards, summaries, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders
Maintain financial documentation, audit support materials, and compliance records
Review expenditures, purchase requests, and cost allocations for accuracy
Support grant‑funded program tracking and reporting
Ensure adherence to municipal, state, and federal financial guidelines
Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve financial processes and control

5+ years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or public‑sector finance
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
Experience with ERP or financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, Tyler Munis)
Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly
High attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline
Knowledge of public‑sector budgeting, grants, or fund accounting (preferred)
Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) (preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (preferred)

Senior Budget & Finance Analyst

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