Budget Analyst II Salary and Job Details
Budget Analyst II Salary: $69,928.00 - $90,907.00 Annually Location: City of Homestead, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202500185 Department: Finance & Budget Department Opening Date: 02/06/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Exempt
Job Description
The Budget Analyst II performs advanced financial and budgetary analysis to support the development, coordination, monitoring, and management of the City's annual financial plan, including operating and capital budgets. This position researches, analyzes, and interprets complex financial data; prepares forecasts, reports, and recommendations; and evaluates variances to ensure efficient use of resources and compliance with policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Participate in the preparation, coordination, and monitoring of the City's operating and capital budgets. • Provide analytical support and guidance to departments on budget preparation, forecasting, and monitoring. • Develop, review, and recommend budgetary guidelines, financial procedures, and internal controls. • Conduct research and analysis of financial, operational, and statistical data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. • Assist in maintaining the City's position control system and ensure budgeted staffing aligns with approved allocations. • Prepare and analyze cost-benefit studies, fiscal impact assessments, and program performance metrics. • Participate in revenue and expenditure projections, long-range financial planning, and policy development. • Collaborate with department directors to align budget requests with the City's strategic plan and performance-based goals. • Review and recommend changes to fees, rates, and revenue structures. • Prepare and present analytical reports, dashboards, and budget documents (i.e. budget books) for internal and external stakeholders. • Assist in the development and maintenance of performance measurement systems, dashboards, and workload analysis tools. • Support the citywide strategic planning process by helping to develop interdepartmental planning steps and performance measures. • Provide training, support, and technical guidance to departmental budget coordinators.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Participate in the preparation, coordination, and monitoring of the City's operating and capital budgets. • Provide analytical support and guidance to departments on budget preparation, forecasting, and monitoring. • Develop, review, and recommend budgetary guidelines, financial procedures, and internal controls. • Conduct research and analysis of financial, operational, and statistical data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. • Assist in maintaining the City's position control system and ensure budgeted staffing aligns with approved allocations. • Prepare and analyze cost-benefit studies, fiscal impact assessments, and program performance metrics. • Participate in revenue and expenditure projections, long-range financial planning, and policy development. • Collaborate with department directors to align budget requests with the City's strategic plan and performance-based goals. • Review and recommend changes to fees, rates, and revenue structures. • Prepare and present analytical reports, dashboards, and budget documents (i.e. budget books) for internal and external stakeholders. • Assist in the development and maintenance of performance measurement systems, dashboards, and workload analysis tools. • Support the citywide strategic planning process by helping to develop interdepartmental planning steps and performance measures. • Provide training, support, and technical guidance to departmental budget coordinators.
Requirements
• Must be in possession of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; supplemented by two (2) or more years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting, preferably in a governmental environment; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM) preferred. • Must be able to work in a mainframe environment. • Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision. • Must be able to meet deadlines and work well under time constraints. • Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally. • Must be proficient with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). • Familiarity with Naviline accounting system products is a plus. • Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with employees, supervisors, other departments, city officials, external auditors, and the public. • Must possess excellent financial credit. • Must possess a valid Florida drivers license with a clean driving record. • Must pass a background screening process.
Core Competencies
• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems. • Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally. • Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual. • Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards. • Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City's Drug-Free Workplace policy. • The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.
Additional Information
The Future Lives Here! We are excited to share that starting April 2026, the City will offer participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), providing employees with additional retirement opportunities and benefits.
Required Questions
Have you worked with a multi-year operating budget and/or a capital improvement plan? If yes, briefly describe your role.
How many years of experience do you have working in budgeting, finance, and accounting?
Briefly describe your current or most recent role and how it relates to budgeting or financial analysis.
Employer Information
Homestead, City of (FL) Address: 100 Civic Court Homestead, Florida, 33030 Website: https://www.homesteadfl.gov