HomeMy WebLinkAboutBudget Management AnalystUpdated: March 2024
CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Budget Management Analyst
Department: Finance
Division: Finance Administra�on
Supervisor: Director of Finance
FLSA: Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 26
Job Number: 2602
Job Summary
Prepares ini�al city-wide budget projec�ons and submits to departments. Assists in prepara�on
and review of the City's three-year financial plan. Monitors financial opera�ons throughout the
fiscal year.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Assists in the prepara�on and analysis of opera�ng and capital improvement budgets
and the City financial plan.
• Monitors current year budgets, prepares, and reviews amendments and projects year
end fund balances.
• Maintains required computer programs and reports.
• Performs financial analysis and research as assigned.
• Communicates with project managers and reviews funding sources.
• Performs compliance procedures with State of Iowa budget repor�ng requirements,
prepares budget in state format.
• Reviews department requested adjustments to the financial plan projec�ons.
• Reviews and assigns account coding in coopera�on with accoun�ng.
• Reconciles prior year budget system program totals.
• Reconciles cash balance per general ledger and state format budget to actual report.
• Reviews and monitors actual revenues and expenses in rela�on to current and future
budgets.
• Communicates with departments on classifica�on or budget issues.
• Prepares intergovernmental contracts (state code sec�on 28E) billing and required
budget projec�ons.
• Develops and implements performance measures.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other related du�es as assigned.
Updated: March 2024
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Degree and
experience in Accoun�ng.
• Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and one year of
experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of
educa�on and experience. Experience in governmental accoun�ng.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions,
propor�ons, percentages, ability to develop and present mathema�cal and sta�s�cal
informa�on.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
• Ability to manipulate and extract computerized data for research analysis.
• Ability to perform financial analysis opera�ons and make appropriate recommenda�ons.
• Ability to read and understand financial informa�on, reports, journals, and government
regula�ons.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists.
• Ability to speak effec�vely before groups of customers or employees of organiza�on.
• Ability to write rou�ne reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of government accoun�ng principles and methods.
• Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word,
Excel, Outlook) and financial management so�ware.
Supervision
No supervision of direct reports.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
Updated: March 2024
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Duties are generally performed in
an office setting with a controlled environment. The job requires sitting for extended periods of
time and the work may expose the employee to unpleasant social situations and significant
work pace pressure.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Nicole Davies, Finance Director (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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