Budget Coordinator

About the role

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service. As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day by supporting the Budget Department, which develops and manages Gaston County’s annual operating budget and five-year Capital Improvement Plan. We support informed decision-making by analyzing revenues and expenditures, preparing financial reports, and providing budget presentations to County leadership, the Board of Commissioners, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Budget Director with the planning, development, and implementation of the annual budget and capital planning processes by:
  • Collaborating with the Budget Director to draft planning documents (calendars, checklists, training presentations);
  • Overseeing departmental budget request submission and compiling requests for review;
  • Maintaining County-wide revenue and expenditure projections; and
  • Drafting presentations, publications, and infographics for the County Manager's Office, the Board of Commissioners, and the public.
• Monitor, analyze, and create communications (visual, written, and oral) on organization-wide budgetary performance by:
  • Investigating budgetary issues or questions at the request of the Board of Commissioners, County Manager's Office, or department directors; and
  • Creating simple and legible reports tailored to specific audiences that inform on budgetary trends or forecasts and other related topics or special projects.
• Provide support to all County departments in implementing their annual budgets by:
  • Assisting with processing budget amendments and other financial transactions;
  • Reviewing and approving budget changes; and
  • Compiling and processing reports from the County's financial system to assist departments in processing budget amendments as needed.
• Develop an organizational awareness of and respect for financial policies, best practices, and stewardship of the County's resources by:
  • Assisting with organization-wide data literacy training;
  • Offering training on budget monitoring and reporting as needed;
  • Staying abreast of national trends and best practices; and
  • Seeking opportunities for additional professional development and certification.
• Provide research and support for special projects or related tasks as assigned by the County Manager's Office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two to five years of experience in local government operations with demonstrated experience in budgeting, finance, and/or capital planning.

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $33.80 - $40.14 per hour.

Benefits

Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans (Pension and 401K with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits, including:

• Pro-Rated Sick and Annual Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Local Government Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.