SummaryABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:The Finance Department manages the financial activities of the County in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards, with prudence, integrity, and transparency. The Department is comprised of four sections with 20.50 FTE: Accounting and Financial Reporting, Budget and Financial Planning, Tax Collection, and Procurement Office. The Budget & Financial Planning section has 3.00 FTE. The Senior Budget & Financial Planning Analyst position is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and collaborative professional to contribute to the success of the central Budget Office and County organization.
ABOUT THE COUNTY: We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:As the Sr. Budget & Financial Planning Analyst you will support the County's goals and objectives by administering the County budget process, developing a variety of budget documents and reports, analyzing data, including financial models and rate structures, identifying discrepancies or trends, forecasting, evaluation of long-term financial plans, resolving technical issues, and providing decision support and technical services to County leadership and departments. The Sr. Budget & Financial Planning Analyst is distinguished by complexity of duties which require more advanced analytical skills and in-depth knowledge; may supervisor others.
Key Responsibilities: - Developing and publishing the proposed and adopted County budget document and various budget publications.
- Providing budget administration and monitoring throughout the fiscal year.
- Working directly with Departmental/Elected Official staff in developing their budgets and financial proposals, incorporating data from forecast models, long-term financial plans, and capital improvement projects.
What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with:
- Government finance and budgeting, specifically Oregon Local Budget Law.
- Processes for preparing and administering budgets.
- Financial analysis and forecasting methods and techniques.
- Effective data research techniques, statistical analysis, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with others and present complex financial information.
Skill in:
- Development, implementation, and monitoring of the County’s budget.
- Producing professionally written documents with clearly organized thoughts and concepts.
- Interpreting and applying budget and accounting standards and procedures, applicable federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies and procedures.
- Analyzing administrative and operational data and issues, interpreting policies and regulations, evaluating alternatives, and recommending changes based on findings.
- Researching, analyzing and compiling financial data for complete, comprehensive, and accurate reports and documents.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
- Developing financial analyses that illustrate trade-offs and possible consequences of actions to assist managers with decisions.
*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
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HERE. Compensation$7,468.81 to $10,008.89 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.
BENEFITS: Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click
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Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business or Public Administration;
- AND five years of public sector financial and budget analysis, forecasting, and budget preparation experience;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
Preferred Qualifications :- Experience with Business Intelligence tools (PowerQuery, PowerBI or SQL).
- Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with information systems, specifically experience with Tyler Munis and Workiva.
- Experience in public budgeting within a local government organization in accordance with Oregon Local Budget Law.
Necessary Special RequirementsThe employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Physical Requirements. Must have the ability to work in an office that is environmentally controlled; possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment. The position is frequently required to sit, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include: - Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include: - 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 8/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
