Adams County Government
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Budget Analyst – Senior
role at
Adams County Government .
What Success Looks Like In This Job
Provide high‑level participation in the development process, presentation, and monitoring of the annual county budget, including complex analysis of historic and proposed expenditures and revenues, current‑year variance analysis, and projection of revenues and expenditures in future years. Budget duties are performed within the context of expert‑level development and implementation of budget policies through a wide variety of tools and relationships.
Anticipated hiring range:
$85,953.06 - $98,846.02
annually. Full salary range:
$85,953.06 - $124,631.94
annually.
Ongoing complex analysis of current‑year budget‑to‑actual variance through creative use of financial models/tools.
Performs high level and complex county‑wide projections of expenditures and revenues in support of a variety of outcomes such as annual budget preparation, scenario analysis, and policy decision.
Creates and produces complex special analytical reports pertaining to specific areas of the county or local economy using a wide variety of current research tools.
High level assistance in development of a capital improvement plan and ongoing analysis of capital improvement plans for the purpose of reporting to County Manager and Board of County Commissioners on the current and projected sustainability of capital improvement plans.
Monitors current‑year budgets by fund, by department, by division, and by cost center for the purpose of maintaining budget control; problem solving on behalf of any department or division, and ad‑hoc reporting.
Provides and presents analysis of budget‑related data to senior management.
Expert use of Microsoft Excel and Spreadsheet Server to extract financial data from the county financial reporting system for the purpose of developing financial models, graphs, etc.
Oral and written presentation of complex financial data to senior management and elected officials.
Maintenance of crucial relationships with department directors and key persons needing budget assistance.
Conducts detailed financial feasibility analyses of departmental/elected office’s existing or proposed new programs of services, provides detailed findings and recommendations, and presents findings to the Executive Leadership Team.
Evaluates and provides recommendations as it pertains to the improvement of internal operational efficiencies, increased productivity, or financial policies or procedures to include preparing drafts of new or revised policies and procedures.
Maintains awareness of developments in the fields of budgeting, forecasting, performance management, public administration and public financial management.
Participates actively on teams and committees on behalf of the Budget Office.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications For Success
In‑depth knowledge of principles and practices of fund accounting and governmental budgeting.
In‑depth knowledge of principles and methods of financial analysis in the public sector.
In‑depth knowledge of Colorado local government budget law.
In‑depth knowledge and skills with principles and methods of statistical analyses.
Expert design and development of a variety of financial reports, tools, and models.
Expertise with methods for use in financial or economic research for the purpose of revenue forecasting.
Expert report writing and presentation skills, using a variety of media or verbal communication.
Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with particular emphasis on experience/ability with Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of JD Edwards is preferred.
Knowledge of Spreadsheet Server is preferred but not a prerequisite.
Knowledge of various reporting tools such as MS PowerPoint, MS Word, etc.
Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Has ability to train others in budgeting, the budget process, budget development process, financial tracking and forecasting methods, and the use of budget‑related software applications and systems.
Has ability to analyze data and situations, independently develop, effectively present and propose, and successfully implement solutions and alternatives.
More Qualifications For Success
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional finance, budgeting, accounting or related experience required.
Three (3) years public sector/local government experience required.
Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field.
License or Certificate: None.
Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.
Benefits You Expect
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long‑Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short‑Term Disability
Plus Some You Might Not Expect
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
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Budget Analyst – Senior
role at
Adams County Government .
What Success Looks Like In This Job
Provide high‑level participation in the development process, presentation, and monitoring of the annual county budget, including complex analysis of historic and proposed expenditures and revenues, current‑year variance analysis, and projection of revenues and expenditures in future years. Budget duties are performed within the context of expert‑level development and implementation of budget policies through a wide variety of tools and relationships.
Anticipated hiring range:
$85,953.06 - $98,846.02
annually. Full salary range:
$85,953.06 - $124,631.94
annually.
Ongoing complex analysis of current‑year budget‑to‑actual variance through creative use of financial models/tools.
Performs high level and complex county‑wide projections of expenditures and revenues in support of a variety of outcomes such as annual budget preparation, scenario analysis, and policy decision.
Creates and produces complex special analytical reports pertaining to specific areas of the county or local economy using a wide variety of current research tools.
High level assistance in development of a capital improvement plan and ongoing analysis of capital improvement plans for the purpose of reporting to County Manager and Board of County Commissioners on the current and projected sustainability of capital improvement plans.
Monitors current‑year budgets by fund, by department, by division, and by cost center for the purpose of maintaining budget control; problem solving on behalf of any department or division, and ad‑hoc reporting.
Provides and presents analysis of budget‑related data to senior management.
Expert use of Microsoft Excel and Spreadsheet Server to extract financial data from the county financial reporting system for the purpose of developing financial models, graphs, etc.
Oral and written presentation of complex financial data to senior management and elected officials.
Maintenance of crucial relationships with department directors and key persons needing budget assistance.
Conducts detailed financial feasibility analyses of departmental/elected office’s existing or proposed new programs of services, provides detailed findings and recommendations, and presents findings to the Executive Leadership Team.
Evaluates and provides recommendations as it pertains to the improvement of internal operational efficiencies, increased productivity, or financial policies or procedures to include preparing drafts of new or revised policies and procedures.
Maintains awareness of developments in the fields of budgeting, forecasting, performance management, public administration and public financial management.
Participates actively on teams and committees on behalf of the Budget Office.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications For Success
In‑depth knowledge of principles and practices of fund accounting and governmental budgeting.
In‑depth knowledge of principles and methods of financial analysis in the public sector.
In‑depth knowledge of Colorado local government budget law.
In‑depth knowledge and skills with principles and methods of statistical analyses.
Expert design and development of a variety of financial reports, tools, and models.
Expertise with methods for use in financial or economic research for the purpose of revenue forecasting.
Expert report writing and presentation skills, using a variety of media or verbal communication.
Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with particular emphasis on experience/ability with Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of JD Edwards is preferred.
Knowledge of Spreadsheet Server is preferred but not a prerequisite.
Knowledge of various reporting tools such as MS PowerPoint, MS Word, etc.
Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Has ability to train others in budgeting, the budget process, budget development process, financial tracking and forecasting methods, and the use of budget‑related software applications and systems.
Has ability to analyze data and situations, independently develop, effectively present and propose, and successfully implement solutions and alternatives.
More Qualifications For Success
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional finance, budgeting, accounting or related experience required.
Three (3) years public sector/local government experience required.
Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field.
License or Certificate: None.
Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.
Benefits You Expect
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long‑Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short‑Term Disability
Plus Some You Might Not Expect
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
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