Budget Analyst II/NAV

Department: Business Services | Reports to: OMB Manager (1028)

About the role

This is a professional position responsible for conducting both technical and fiscal analysis of budget information required by County departments and special districts.

Responsibilities

• Assists the OMB Manager in analyzing and evaluating budget requirements of various County departments and special districts.
• Assists in the preparation of annual and periodic projections of estimated County revenues and expenditures.
• Assists in the establishment of County operating and capital improvements budgets.
• Reviews and formulates recommendations regarding present and future assessment requirements of special district funded activities.
• Manages special district invoices and payment processing.
• Manages public hearing advertisements and agenda items related to special districts.
• Prepares the annual certified Roll for special district assessments.
• Conducts research and analysis necessary for review and control of individual department and special district budgets.
• Assists the County Budget Officer in reviewing specific departmental expenditure requests and prepares budget amendments accordingly.
• Coordinates budget related activities with the Finance Department of the Clerk of Court and other elected officials and agencies.
• Inputs required fiscal data into the County database and budget software.
• Assists with all related tasks indicated within the job description of the NAV Specialist.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
• Follows consistently the Board policies and procedures.
• Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in government finance or accounting.
• OR an Associate's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in government finance or accounting.
• OR eight (8) years of professional experience may be substituted for the degree and government finance or accounting experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.
• Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification is preferred.
• Disaster Essential.

Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to translate Florida State rules and regulations applicable to the budgetary process.
• Ability to utilize computer software programs, including database software to analyze financial data in a network environment and make appropriate recommendations for adjustments.
• Knowledge of County organization, practices, and functions.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate laws, ordinances, resolutions, and contracts.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques required for data collection and verification.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to function accurately and calmly under conditions involving stress and adverse public opinion.
• Ability to coordinate, organize, prioritize, and follow-through with a wide variety of detailed projects.
• Knowledge of the geography of Highlands County.
• Ability to utilize computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other database software.
• Ability to utilize computer software programs that assist in the collection, verification, and maintenance of Non Ad Valorem data.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
• Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other office items located on low shelves or the floor.
• Must be able to inspect and assess daily email and postal mail correspondence.
• Frequently communicates with the public, vendors, and co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Frequently operates various types of office equipment, including a computer and copy machine.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
• Rarely moves materials and office equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Constantly works in an indoor environment.
• Rarely works in inclement outdoor weather conditions.
• Rarely operates a motor vehicle for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently.

Pay

$53,896.21 - $86,233.94 annually ($25.91 - $41.46 hourly), Pay Grade 112.