Business Unit Analyst Senior
Orange County Transportation Authority · Orange, CA · 1 wk ago
Analyst$92k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Lead budget development, financial forecasting, expenditure tracking, and long-range planning for Maintenance Resource Management programs.
- Administer key agency programs, including maintenance and facilities contract invoice processing, requisitions, change orders, and DMV filings.
- Analyze financial and operational data to support budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making.
- Develop and maintain financial models, performance dashboards, and analytical reports for management.
- Prepare presentations, reports, budget worksheets, accruals, and other business communications.
- Monitor project expenditures, performance metrics, and operational trends, providing recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Evaluate proposed budget changes and provide feasibility analyses and recommendations.
- Research industry trends and best practices to support continuous improvement and long-term planning.
- Collaborate with internal departments to support agency-wide initiatives, including strategic transit, fleet, and personnel planning.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to successfully implement programs and resolve operational issues.
What We're Looking For
- Strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and business planning skills.
- Experience supporting maintenance, operations, or resource management functions.
- Ability to analyze complex financial and operational data and develop actionable recommendations.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports and presentations for management.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business analysis tools.
- Strong customer service orientation and ability to build collaborative relationships across departments.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and solve complex business and operational challenges.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis, budgeting, financial planning, program administration, or a related field with responsibilities similar to those described.