Budget Analyst

JOB SUMMARY
Assist in budget development, approval, implementation, capital project accounting, and fixed asset auditing and reporting for all public safety departments. Ensures departmental and agency compliance with the approved budget. Prepare the monthly/quarterly/annual budget and operational summary reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Main budgetary control officer for all public safety departments- approves purchasing requisitions and works with departments to maintain annual budget plan and adjust for expected needs as appropriate and per the adopted budget resolution.
Assists in preparing and revising operating and capital budgets for various public safety departments in developing revenue and expenditure estimates.
Performs various financial tasks related to budget management throughout the year including variance analysis of the general ledger, managing department budget changes, providing budgetary approval for expenditures, and training staff of other departments in accounting and budget procedures.
Assists in preparation of supporting documentation and schedules for the audit. Collects data and prepares schedules required by external auditors.
Assists in preparation of supporting documentation and schedules for the annual budget process.
Assists in preparation and development of the Annual Hall County Budget Guide submitted to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
Assists in development, implementation, and oversight the County's Policies and Procedures Manual and the County's Budget Preparation Manual.
Review and Analyze County receivables, revenues, and deferred revenues.
Assists department heads and directors with special projects.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Performs other related duties as required.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer equipment/software Calculator
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university.
Three years of progressively responsible experience in public finance administration or accounting with experience in budgeting.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Class C Driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the modern principles and practices of public finance administration with particular emphasis on generally accepted accounting principles and standards applicable to governmental accounting and reporting.
Knowledge of the technical aspects of fund accounting.
Knowledge of the theory and practice of accounting.
Knowledge of local government budgetary policies and procedures.
Knowledge of practices and procedures established by the Government Finance Officer's Association (GFOA), Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and other appointed boards and professional standards organizations.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and reconcile difficult accounts.
Detailed oriented and organized in work.
Knowledge of ordinances and State laws governing the financial administration of County Government.
Knowledge of functions, organization, staffing, and operating procedures of various departments.
Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively and efficiently.
Skill in complex mathematical computations.
Skill in preparing, analyzing and interpreting a variety of financial documents and reports.
Ability to interpret various accounting guidelines and pronouncements and apply them to the operations and financial records of a municipality.
Ability to operate computer and all other office equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to make timely decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with subordinates, other municipal officials, and the general public.
ADA Minimum Qualifications :
Physical Ability: Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing);operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Incumbents must continuously be able to think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Incumbents must also continuously direct others; meet deadlines; stay organized; use math/calculations and use a keyboard/type.
Essential Functions frequently require the ability to move about inside the office; and move/transport items up to 10lbs.
Essential functions occasionally require the ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, and twisting at the waist, hips or knees; reach overhead; push or pull; and repetitively use hands/arms/legs. Incumbents in this position are occasionally required to be on-call and work irregular hours.
Sensory Requirements: Essential functions regularly require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; and use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use equipment.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to either work with others or work alone.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.