City of Fullerton- Budget Analyst
2/20/2024 1:02:47 PM 646
$4,170.00 - $7,545.00 Monthly
Fullerton, CA
2/29/2024 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana
Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or the equivalent training and administrative work experience involving the study, analysis, evaluation, development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices or programs plus two years of related experience. Working knowledge of and the ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques applicable to the program or administrative specialty to develop conclusions and make recommendations. Thorough knowledge of policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to the applicable program or administrative specialty. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Skilled in research, development, and evaluation of policies and programs. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Expertise investigating and analyzing problems with broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience in budget analysis or financial management, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Experience in accounting and financial oversight of departmental budgets. Master’s degree preferred. Experience with Tableau, Dropbox, SharePoint and SnagIt. Ability to analyze data and make accurate projections using business mathematics and basic statistical techniques. Proficiency in using administrative computing system(s) on a Windows platform, MS Office applications and other relevant software applications. Strong proficiency in Excel required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to organize and plan work and projects including handling of multiple priorities. Thorough mastery of English grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Ability to compile and write reports. Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment.