Budget Analyst I

Responsible professional budget analysis for evaluation in the development and implementation of the County budget by departments and agencies funded by the Board of County Commissioners.

The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

• Assists in the development, analysis and evaluation of budget estimates and justification statements of County departments.
• Provides guidance on budget preparation, projections and financial planning to ensure adequate funding levels.
• Reviews department budgets for completeness, accuracy and conformance with established policies, guidelines and procedures.   Advises management of potential budget issues and recommends solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with dedicated departments and assignments.
• Assists in the development of the County Budget, including written information and document review for website publishing. 
• Prepares reports concerning the analysis of department revenues and expenditures.  Research and evaluate variances, to include detailed findings and recommendations.
• Monitors department expenditures and revenues variances compared to the budget.  Takes appropriate action when significant variances occur to ensure sufficient budget is available.  
• Assists and provides guidance to county departments with budget amendments, budget resolutions and transfers. Analyzes requests for transfers and interchange of funds between programs or organizational units to meet changing conditions and makes appropriate determinations as to legality and reasonableness.
• Monitors revenue flow and interdepartmental charges to ensure timely recognition to prevent shortfalls.
• Assists in developing and conducting citizen and county surveys, as necessary.  Reviews and interprets responses and provides management survey results.
• Researches and interprets written materials, financial data, technical materials, State Statutes and County ordinances.  
• Assists in developing budget presentations. Works closely with management to ensure presentations reflect an accurate depiction of the budget.
• Identifies trends to project future financial needs of departments and County. 
• Assists with developing and updating financial and budget reports using budget & reporting software.
• Assists internal departments with the implementation of technical processes that will enhance efficiencies. 
• Reviews and processes applicable workflow associated with accounts payables.
• Consolidates, prepares, and distributes the proposed and approved budget documents.
• Participates in the preparation of instructions, forms, guidelines, and procedures for the annual budget.  Assists in the development of department policies and procedures and manuals.
• Works with others in OMB to review and double check information to ensure accuracy and validate the information, as needed.   
• Reviews grant and department related budget amendments & resolutions for accuracy.
• Assists OMB with preparing Budget Medical Letters and related forms.
• Works collaboratively with OMB Department to prepare information for meetings and presentations, as needed.  
• Verifies the resolution and budget amendment log information agrees with what Finance has received.  
• Performs related work as required.

Emergency Response 
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in public administration, accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in budgeting, finance or accounting.  Florida government experience preferred.
• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter tailored to the position. Application materials must demonstrate clear, professional written communication skills.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida and be insurable by current insurance carrier, or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• NIMs certification 100, 200, and 700 within 6 months of hire. 

Required Competencies

• Ability to isolate and analyze significant trends and practices from detailed records and factual material.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of County budgeting and accounting.
• Ability to comprehend and prepare statistical and other data for presentation to others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization, as necessitated by work assignments.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, twisting, and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and balancing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Grade: 11
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on policy, education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.

All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Salary : $66,019 - $95,742