Budget/Business Analyst

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Budget/Business Analyst in the Department of Management and Budget to develop and evaluate operating and capital budgets and operational methods and procedures of all City departments. The successful candidate will assist in the development, preparation, publication and monitoring of the annual operating and grants budget, capital improvement program and capital maintenance and equipment replacement program. They will also develop and analyze financial trend information and prepare related analytical reports for review. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major course work in business management, public administration, accounting or related field; three to five years related experience and/or training in the application of related principles and techniques; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.SUMMARY 
Performs a wide variety of activities focused on analysis and re-engineering of business processes to maximize quality of service and cost effectiveness from the perspective of budget planning and monitoring or the advancement of technology.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include some or all of the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists in developing and implementing programs targeted at improving efficiency

Conducts requested research and surveys and presents results

Researches and advises on alternative solutions for business challenges, preparing management reports as necessary

Prepares cost/benefit analyses 

Makes formal presentations orally and in writing

Develops and analyzes trend information and prepares related analytical reports for review

Participates in a variety of special projects and provides project management expertise and support

For Police

Prepares and supervises the disbursement of vendor payments.

Researches and provides financial data on request.

Assists with any financial systems implementations and improvements, including any subsystems.

Reviews current accounting procedures and recommends needed improvements.

Reconciles and enters department expenditures.

Prepares journal entries, budget transactions and account reconciliations.

Participates in special projects, researches and prepares management reports as needed.

Reviews and edits work of staff, ensuring proper journal entries, financial reports to and questions about Federal, State and City accounting reports.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
May be called upon to act in a leadership role for specific projects but does not have regular supervisory duties. For the Department of Management & Budget:

Assists in the development, preparation, publication and monitoring of the annual operating and grants budget, capital improvement program and capital maintenance and equipment replacement program

Assists departments in developing performance measures that relate to goals and objectives outlined in their strategic business plans 

Analyzes work methods, performs work measurement, manpower staffing studies, policy analysis, evaluation of alternatives, development of cost projections, organizational planning and budget analysis for all city departments

Develops and analyzes trend information and prepares related analytical reports for review

Makes formal presentations orally and in writing

Incorporates strategic planning into organization's budgetary and operational planning processesQUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be have strong interpersonal and technical writing skills, a detailed knowledge of process re-engineering and proven technical ability. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university and three to five years related experience and/or training or any equivalent combination of education and experience.