Budget & Management Analyst

What You'll Be Doing
Budget and Management Services is pleased to advertise a Budget and Management Senior Analyst (or Analyst) position within our office. This position has the flexibility to occasionally work remotely. The Budget and Management Analyst will collaborate with departments to develop, evaluate, and analyze county operating and capital budgets, lead and serve on county-wide special projects and help effectively communicate information throughout the organization. Analyst will provide consultation, technical assistance and coordination in the preparation and execution of the budgets.
Budget and Management Services seeks motivated and talented professionals to join its team. Wake County is consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America. The county offers a comprehensive benefit package as well as other programs, resources, policies and practices that integrate work/life strategies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage portfolio of assignments to include operating departments, capital programs, special revenue, enterprise funds and office functional leads
Assist in the development of the county's annual operating and capital budgets
Manipulate data and develop a command of the Financial, Budgeting and Human Resources ERP system and other systems
Evaluate funding and program request, develop alternatives in collaboration with department staff and recommend approaches
Develop revenue and expenditure projections and use budget software to capture and evaluate requests
Monitor budgets throughout the fiscal year working with county departments, outside agencies, etc., to ensure that funds are used in accordance with established goals, guidelines and strategies
Review and execute budget adjustments, contract approvals and position authorization actions
Provide management consulting and analysis services to the County Manager’s Office and County departments
Assist departments to achieve their stated goals and objectives by providing programmatic counsel and analytical support
Serve on RFP development committees, master planning and county-wide policy planning among others
Work with Budget team to draft budget message, publications and other products
Leads or provides staff support to investigate and research county-wide issues- conducts special projects
NOTE: This vacancy may be filled as either a Senior Budget & Management Analyst, Budget & Management Analyst or a Budget & Management Analyst Associate based on the applicant pool.
Senior Budget & Management Analyst requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in financial, budgeting, management or policy analysis. A Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or related may be substituted for two years of experience.
Hiring range is $72,051-$129,698
Market Range: $72,051-$129,698
Budget & Management Analyst requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in financial, budgeting, management, or policy analysis. A Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or related may be substituted for experience.
Hiring range is $64,971 - $87,712
Market Range: $64,971-$110,454
Budget & Management Analyst Associate requires a Bachelor’s degree and accepted to or currently pursuing a Masters of Public Administration, Masters of Public Policy, or Masters of Business Administration program.
Hiring rate for the Budget & Management Analyst Associate opportunity starts at $53,695.
About Our Team
Wake County Budget and Management Services values leadership, collaboration, innovation, adaptability, accountability, and curiosity. Our team members are our most valuable asset, and we treat them as such with competitive salaries, leadership opportunities, and investment in professional development. Budget and Management Services has the responsibility of providing accurate, timely, and well-researched information and guidance to the Board of Commissioners and the County Manager resulting in the annual budget for all Wake County Government services. Also, staff advise departments of their financial condition and respond to budget, performance, policy, and program evaluation requests. Our team’s hard work and dedication paid off this past June, when the Wake County Board of Commissioners adopted a $2.5 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024, which runs from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The budget not only addresses needs for the citizens of Wake County, it also supports the employees who work every day to make Wake County the home of the best cities to live, work, and play.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance or related field
Two years of experience in finance, budgeting, policy or management analysis
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy or Business Administration
Two years of experience working as a Budget or Management Analyst in a centralized local, state or federal government budget or finance department in a City or County Manager’s Office
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Ability to examine data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems
Ability to monitor work, information, plans, and organizes time and resources efficiently
Ability to develop realistic and effective solutions to problems through making sound, evidence-based decisions without exceeding level of authority
Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative internal and external relationships while maintaining flexibility and responding positively to change
Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Set effective agendas, conduct, and participate effectively in meetings
Ability to serve as a liaison concerning budget revisions and adjustments by fully analyzing the business case behind requests and assessing implications before recommending solutions
About This Position
Location: Justice Center Raleigh, NC 27601
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm Occasional work outside of normal business hours
Hiring Range: Senior Budget & Management Analyst 72,051-129,698; Budget & Management Analyst 64,971-87,712
Market Range: 64,971.00 - 110,454.00
Posting Closing Date: This requisition is open until filled and may close at any time