Do you have experience creating and analyzing complex government budgets?

Are you equally skilled with technical analysis and clear public communication?

Do you want to be part of a Finance team that values
creativity and continuous improvement?

If you answered yes to these questions, then this would be the perfect job for you!

This is a fully benefited position. The City and Borough of Juneau offers a competitive salary package that includes the opportunity for regular wage increases, an excellent health insurance program, leave, and retirement credit through PERS (Public Employment Retirement System).

The Budget Analyst is the sole budget position for the City and Borough of Juneau and reports to the Finance Director. The position requires exceptional analytical capability, thorough understanding of government budget structures and systems, and the ability to translate complex technical analysis for the public and Assembly. The Budget Analyst must possess a thorough knowledge of government budget procedures and processes, laws, rules, and policies. The Budget Analyst must also develop a strong understanding of CBJ's departments, divisions, programs, purpose and missions, financial structure, typical revenue and expenditure patterns, and current challenges. Expertise managing and balancing the needs of many stakeholders is also essential to this position’s success.

Typical responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the development of the biennial CBJ budget
• Manage the development of all supplemental budgets
• Design, implement, and maintain systems and protocols for budget management
• Analyze revenue, expenditure, and fund balances; including historic trends, current economic activity, and future projections
• Analyze debt and debt capacity; including current debts and potential debt issuance
• Analyze pending legislation and ballot measures for fiscal impact
• Develop analytical findings into easily understood informational reports for the public and assembly
• Provide training and technical guidance to CBJ staff on budget development and budget management
• Prepare for all meetings of the CBJ Assembly Finance Committee including scheduling and preparation of material for review
• Provide in-meeting support for and record all meetings of the CBJ Assembly Finance Committee
• Manage implementation of all budget appropriations in the CBJ accounting system
• Provide professional advice to the Finance Director, Manager, and Assembly as requested
• Develop and submits applications for certain state and federal grants

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Any of the following combinations of education and experience:

Master’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, public administration, or a closely related field; plus one year of full professional level experience in budget preparation, budget analysis, accounting, or financial management. OR

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, public administration, or a closely related field; plus two years of full professional level experience in budget preparation, budget analysis, accounting, or financial management. OR

Bachelor’s Degree in any field; plus six years of progressively responsible experience in finance or administration including two years of full professional level experience in budget preparation, budget analysis, accounting, or financial management. OR

Eight years of progressively responsible experience in finance or administration including two years of full professional level experience in budget preparation, budget analysis, accounting, or financial management.

NOTE: This is a benefited position. For more details about benefits, please visit the following website: http://www.juneau.org/personnel/benefits.php

The City and Borough of Juneau is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The CBJ also complies with Title I of the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation to apply for this position can contact the City & Borough of Juneau Human Resources/Risk Management HR Office at (907)586-0227, via email at [email protected] or written correspondence to 155 South Seward, Juneau, AK 99801.