| Location | Albany, OR |
| Salary | $68,024.43–$91,832.98 Per Year |
Budget Analyst
Salary
$68,024.43 - $91,832.98 Annually
Location
Albany, OR
Job Type
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Job Number
00986
Department
Finance
Division
Finance
Opening Date
08/25/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
1300
General Description
The City of Albany is seeking a Budget Analyst to help shape the financial decisions that support our community. This position provides an opportunity to apply your skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, labor costing, and data analysis while partnering with departments and City leadership.
As a Budget Analyst, you'll turn complex financial information into clear analysis and recommendations, help monitor and forecast departmental budgets, evaluate the financial impact of organizational decisions, and support the City's operating and capital budget processes. If you're a detail-oriented financial professional who enjoys solving problems, collaborating with others, and using data to make a difference, this could be the opportunity for you!
We will begin reviewing applications on Monday, September 14th. Applications received after Sunday, September 13th will be considered only as needed.
This position is open until filled and may close at any time after the initial review without further notice.
Benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employee-paid premium is approximately $58 per month for employee-only coverage up to a maximum of $170 per month for family coverage.
City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. Currently, the annual contribution is $2,000 for employee-only and $4,000 for employee plus dependent(s).
Paid time off including:
17 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases
8 hours of sick leave per month
10 paid holidays per year
Excellent retirement benefits including:
City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and City pays 6% IAP contribution)
City-paid 2.5% contribution into pre-tax deferred compensation plan
In addition, other benefits such as job-related college tuition and book reimbursement, employee assistance program, basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.
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Position Summary
The Budget Analyst performs professional budget, financial, and analytical work in support of the City's operating and capital budget processes. This position supports assigned departmental budgets and financial activities by assisting with budget development, monitoring, forecasting, revenue and expenditure analysis, labor costing, financial reporting, and related analytical assignments. Responsibilities include preparing budget documents, developing financial models and reports, analyzing financial trends, evaluating budget impacts, and providing technical assistance to departments regarding budget policies, procedures, and financial systems. Work is performed with general direction and requires professional judgment, analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with departments, management, and other stakeholders.
Essential Functions/Duties & Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties represent the primary responsibilities of the position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or assignments that may be required. Employees may be assigned additional duties that are similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the classification.
Organizational Responsibilities
Employees are expected to contribute to the effective operation of the City by providing high-quality service; supporting a culture of collaboration, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement; and demonstrating leadership from any seat through taking ownership of one's work, demonstrating initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement, contributing solutions, supporting colleagues, and acting in alignment with the City's Mission, Vision, Values, and organizational priorities regardless of position or title.
Employees are responsible for complying with applicable laws, regulations, City policies, procedures, and ethical standards; appropriately protecting confidential, private, and sensitive information while supporting the City's commitment to transparency and public accountability; exercising sound judgment; using City resources, equipment, technology, and information responsibly, safely, and efficiently; maintaining regular and reliable attendance and arriving prepared and on time for work, meetings, training, and other work-related functions; demonstrating professional conduct and appearance consistent with City expectations and the requirements of the position; operating vehicles, when applicable to the position, safely and responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures; following reasonable direction and completing assigned work in accordance with established expectations and deadlines; adapting to changing priorities; supporting organizational initiatives; and contributing to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Supervision/Lead Work Exercised
Reports to: Budget Manager
Review of Work/ Supervision Received: Receives general direction from supervisor. Works independently in planning and completing assigned responsibilities, conducting analyses, resolving routine issues, and applying professional knowledge and judgment. Guidance is provided regarding organizational priorities, policy interpretation, complex issues, or matters requiring significant financial or operational consideration.
Supervision/Lead Work Exercised: This is a non-supervisory position. Employees in this position are not responsible for supervising or directing the work of other employees but may provide assistance, information, training, or technical guidance to others related to assigned duties or areas of expertise.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field and three years of progressively responsible professional experience in budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, forecasting, or a closely related field;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
Local government budgeting experience is preferred.
Additional Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of governmental budgeting, municipal finance, public-sector accounting, financial reporting, and budget administration; revenue and expenditure forecasting; financial analysis and modeling; capital budgeting; cost analysis; labor costing; compensation analysis; workforce financial planning; Oregon Local Budget Law; governmental accounting standards; and applicable financial reporting requirements. Knowledge of enterprise financial systems, databases, reporting systems, spreadsheet applications, business intelligence tools, and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence-assisted analytical tools, that support financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
Skill in: Performing financial analysis; evaluating financial information, trends, and projections; preparing and maintaining financial models and analytical tools; interpreting and explaining financial information; preparing clear and effective written reports, presentations, and supporting documentation; communicating financial information to audiences with varying levels of financial expertise; and applying spreadsheet applications, financial systems, data analysis tools, and other technologies to support effective decision-making.
Ability to: Manage assigned budget responsibilities and analytical projects; organize and prioritize multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines; exercise sound professional judgment; verify and validate analytical outputs to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with professional standards; maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial, personnel, and labor relations information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, executive leadership, department management, employees, representatives of outside agencies, and other stakeholders; and adapt to and effectively apply emerging technologies while maintaining appropriate professional judgment, data security, and compliance with applicable laws and City policies.
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The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for City positions. Please notify the Human Resources Department if you need any reasonable accommodation or assistance with any part of our application and screening process. Hearing impaired individuals needing assistance can call the Oregon Relay Service at 800-735-2900 and provide them this phone number: 541-917-7509. All other applications are only accepted online through our vendor, NEOGOV.
The City of Albany offers a generous benefits package to employees and eligible dependents.
For a complete and detailed overview of the nonbargaining benefits package, Click here
Salary and benefits are defined by City policy and/or subject to City Council approval.
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Do you possess a current Oregon Drivers License or have the ability to obtain this upon hire?
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Do you have experience developing or supporting biennial budgets?
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Do you have experience analyzing revenues, expenditures, staffing levels, or program costs
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When applying you will be required to include the following: 1) A resume; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. I understand that I must completely and fully answer all application questions and/ or supplemental questions with details, as well as attach the documents requested above. Without these my application may not be accurately evaluated. Further, I understand that referring to my resume (e.g. "see resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses) is not sufficient for purposes of ensuring accurate application evaluation. Indicating "yes" below represents your understanding.
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Employer City of Albany
Address 333 Broadalbin St SW
P.O. Box 490
Albany, Oregon, 97321
Phone (541) 917-7509
Website http://www.albanyoregon.gov