Hernando County, Florida BOCC
Performs a wide range of analytical, technical, and advisory functions related to the County budget and capital improvement projects. This includes preparation of the County's annual budget; providing support to departments and analysis of County financial information. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. 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.
In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of a Budget Analyst I:
Responsible for budgeting all personnel services and works with Human Resources to ensure new authorized positions are budgeted.
Assists in budgeting the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Collaborates with departments to ensure projects meet capital project requirements and are established in the capital improvement software. Ensures the first year of plan is budgeted correctly in financial software and completes the CIP document for publishing.
Reviews and approves agenda items for financial impact through the electronic agenda software. Ensures appropriate accurate financial documents are submitted.
Conducts final annual certification of the Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBUs) with the Property Appraiser and Tax Collector. Works with departments to confirm rates and units are accurate. Submits final certification to Property Appraiser and Tax Collector for processing of tax bills.
Performs system administration of budget software to include the financial budget module, personnel budget module. Works with vendors or departments on software upgrades and performs testing.
Analyzes requests for transfers between funds to meet changing conditions and determines legality and reasonableness in requests.
Monitors departmental expenditures and revenues compared to budget and informs the Management & Budget Director when significant variances occur.
Responsible for cost benefit analysis, studying financial requests, and researching alternative funding methods for the benefit of the county.
Assists in monitoring various projects undertaken by the County to help project future financial needs. Assists Management & Budget Director, Deputy County Administrator, and County Administrator manage financial resources.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of experience in county government budgeting, finance or accounting. Florida county government experience preferred.
Skills: Extensive experience with spreadsheets, database software and report writing, specifically in Microsoft Office Excel.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and be insurable by current insurance carrier.
Required Competencies
Knowledge of Florida Statues, County ordinances and County policies related to budgeting, MSBUs, and elected officials.
Ability to provide analysis, projections and recommendations on revenues, expenditures and financial policies.
Ability to summarize and communicate complex financial information to a variety of audiences.
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 organize and present clearly, orally and in writing, reports of findings and recommendations.
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.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Physical Demands
Must be able to communicate effectively using speaking, vision and hearing skills. Ability to use a personal computer. Sitting for extended periods.
Environmental Conditions
Office environment. Works closely with others.
Works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Equipment Used
Uses pc computer, monitor, keyboard and printer, copy machine.
Grade: 12
*****Veterans Preference Position, must be minimally qualified*****
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.
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In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of a Budget Analyst I:
Responsible for budgeting all personnel services and works with Human Resources to ensure new authorized positions are budgeted.
Assists in budgeting the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Collaborates with departments to ensure projects meet capital project requirements and are established in the capital improvement software. Ensures the first year of plan is budgeted correctly in financial software and completes the CIP document for publishing.
Reviews and approves agenda items for financial impact through the electronic agenda software. Ensures appropriate accurate financial documents are submitted.
Conducts final annual certification of the Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBUs) with the Property Appraiser and Tax Collector. Works with departments to confirm rates and units are accurate. Submits final certification to Property Appraiser and Tax Collector for processing of tax bills.
Performs system administration of budget software to include the financial budget module, personnel budget module. Works with vendors or departments on software upgrades and performs testing.
Analyzes requests for transfers between funds to meet changing conditions and determines legality and reasonableness in requests.
Monitors departmental expenditures and revenues compared to budget and informs the Management & Budget Director when significant variances occur.
Responsible for cost benefit analysis, studying financial requests, and researching alternative funding methods for the benefit of the county.
Assists in monitoring various projects undertaken by the County to help project future financial needs. Assists Management & Budget Director, Deputy County Administrator, and County Administrator manage financial resources.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of experience in county government budgeting, finance or accounting. Florida county government experience preferred.
Skills: Extensive experience with spreadsheets, database software and report writing, specifically in Microsoft Office Excel.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and be insurable by current insurance carrier.
Required Competencies
Knowledge of Florida Statues, County ordinances and County policies related to budgeting, MSBUs, and elected officials.
Ability to provide analysis, projections and recommendations on revenues, expenditures and financial policies.
Ability to summarize and communicate complex financial information to a variety of audiences.
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 organize and present clearly, orally and in writing, reports of findings and recommendations.
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.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Physical Demands
Must be able to communicate effectively using speaking, vision and hearing skills. Ability to use a personal computer. Sitting for extended periods.
Environmental Conditions
Office environment. Works closely with others.
Works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Equipment Used
Uses pc computer, monitor, keyboard and printer, copy machine.
Grade: 12
*****Veterans Preference Position, must be minimally qualified*****
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.
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