Budget Analyst - GFO

About the Department

Work Location

• 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida, 34202
• This classification performs professional work in financial analysis and evaluation of budget requests; makes appropriate recommendations for budget preparation and monitoring. Employees in this position perform professional accounting duties and demonstrates analytical and judgment skills necessary to advance to higher level budgetary assignments.
• Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.

Working Conditions

Position Duties

• Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The Budget Analyst – Grants Financial Oversight is responsible for professional-level work supporting the fiscal management, monitoring, and reporting of budgets associated with federal, state, and local grant programs. This position works with grant administrators and program staff to help ensure that financial transactions, budget activities, and reporting requirements align with applicable regulations (including 2 CFR Part 200), grant agreements, and County financial policies. The Budget Analyst assists with financial reporting, budget tracking, and expenditure monitoring to support accuracy and transparency in grant-funded activities. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial data, supporting reimbursement and drawdown processes, maintaining documentation, and assisting with cost allocation and reconciliation activities. This position provides support and guidance to departments on basic fiscal and reporting requirements, collaborates with internal stakeholders, and assists in the preparation of required financial reports. Working knowledge of federal and state grant regulations and reporting requirements is preferred. Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations related to budget request of moderately complex departments, agencies, or programs, as assigned. Assists with the preparation and presentation of the annual operating and capital improvement program budgets. Prepares budget resolutions and amendments for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. May coordinate submission of budget amendments, and preparation of budget agenda packages. For mid-level complex departments, serves as fiscal liaison and assists the department in analyzing anticipated revenues, expenditures and other relevant data (including appropriate recommendations) to ensure the development of a balanced budget. Assists in the evaluation and coordination of improvements to internal systems and procedures used for the budget development process as well as recommending improvements to develop more viable accounting, recording and reporting structures. Coordinates with County finance to appropriately categorize department budget requests and/or establish new account codes or to help resolve other financial management matters, as needed. Assists in evaluating, establishing and maintaining fiscal-related performance standards, procedures, objectives and measurements for assigned departments. Coordinates and prepares presentation materials for the annual County budget and budget documents including the Board of County Commissioners Budget Book. Performs special analysis and prepares reports on a wide variety of fiscal and management activities. Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.
• Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
• Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations related to budget request of moderately complex departments, agencies, or programs, as assigned.
• Assists with the preparation and presentation of the annual operating and capital improvement program budgets.
• Prepares budget resolutions and amendments for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. May coordinate submission of budget amendments, and preparation of budget agenda packages.
• For mid-level complex departments, serves as fiscal liaison and assists the department in analyzing anticipated revenues, expenditures and other relevant data (including appropriate recommendations) to ensure the development of a balanced budget.
• Assists in the evaluation and coordination of improvements to internal systems and procedures used for the budget development process as well as recommending improvements to develop more viable accounting, recording and reporting structures.
• Coordinates with County finance to appropriately categorize department budget requests and/or establish new account codes or to help resolve other financial management matters, as needed.
• Assists in evaluating, establishing and maintaining fiscal-related performance standards, procedures, objectives and measurements for assigned departments.
• Coordinates and prepares presentation materials for the annual County budget and budget documents including the Board of County Commissioners Budget Book.
• Performs special analysis and prepares reports on a wide variety of fiscal and management activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in business administration, financial management, accounting, or related field. Minimum of two (2) years fiscal-related experience within the last five (5) years. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
• Associates degree in business administration, financial management, accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years fiscal-related experience within the last five (5) years.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.

Other Qualifications

• Basic computer experience with applicable software applications, i.e., Word, Excel spreadsheet applications, etc., desired. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles pertaining to assigned work and a familiarity with a large chart of accounts. Knowledge of general budgeting principles and practices including revenue projection and expenditure forecasting. Knowledge of basic statistical methods and practices. Knowledge of, and ability to use, personal computer spreadsheet applications and word processing applications. Ability to perform research and analyze data. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to advance into higher level of budgetary analytical skills. Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time and maintain concentration. Ability to consistently interact with others in a tactful courteous manner. Skill in the operation of personal computers and software applications related to area of assignment.
• Basic computer experience with applicable software applications, i.e., Word, Excel spreadsheet applications, etc., desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles pertaining to assigned work and a familiarity with a large chart of accounts.
• Knowledge of general budgeting principles and practices including revenue projection and expenditure forecasting.
• Knowledge of basic statistical methods and practices.
• Knowledge of, and ability to use, personal computer spreadsheet applications and word processing applications.
• Ability to perform research and analyze data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to advance into higher level of budgetary analytical skills.
• Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time and maintain concentration.
• Ability to consistently interact with others in a tactful courteous manner.
• Skill in the operation of personal computers and software applications related to area of assignment.

Benefits

• Full Time Positions Employee Assistance Program (EAP): ComPsych – offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support. LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues. Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members. Wellbeing Benefits: Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year) Personal Training (5 Free per year) Pharmacy Technician Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management Registered Dietician (5 Free per year) Massages with licensed therapist (small copay) Miscellaneous Benefits: Workers’ Compensation Training/Seminars Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes). Paid Time Off: 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Three (3) Personal Holidays Personal Sick Leave Family Sick Leave Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours) Professional Medical Appointment Leave Bereavement Leave Military Leave Military Training Leave FMLA Vacation Award: Applies to employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week. Years of Service Vacation Days 0-5 16.25 days 6-10 19.50 days 11+ 22.75 days Eligible employees may earn an additional 2 days of vacation through participation in the Manatee Thrives program Insurance: Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Prescription Insurance Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost) Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Retirement: Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options. 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya. FRS Webinars Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner Career Wellness: Professional Leadership Programs Instructor-Led and eLearning Training Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders Career Counseling Toastmasters Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance) Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards Education Benefits: Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Flexible Spending Account: Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings. Permanent Part Time - Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP): • ComPsych – offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support. • LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues. Miscellaneous Benefits: • Workers’ Compensation • Training/Seminars • FRS options • Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders • Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions • Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes). Paid Time Off: • 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. • Three (3) Personal Holidays • Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on a pro-rated basis

Full Time Positions Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellbeing Benefits

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
• Personal Training (5 Free per year)
• Pharmacy Technician
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Workers’ Compensation
• Training/Seminars
• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.

• Years of Service Vacation Days
• Eligible employees may earn an additional 2 days of vacation through participation in the Manatee Thrives program
• Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement

Career Wellness

Flexible Spending Account

Supplemental Questions