Senior Budget Analyst

General Definition of Work

The senior budget analyst, under intermittent supervision, performs highly complex work with limited decision-making discretion supporting financial/business processes and serving as a liaison for functional area(s) they support. Position conducts advanced financial analysis and is responsible for oversight, coordination, and process improvement. Employee performs district-level work to carry-out Board of Education policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

NC 18 Salary Non-Certified Schedule/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Director of Budget Operations or Executive Director of Exceptional Children

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate to coordinate the development and administration of department budget(s)
• Provide technical expertise on budget development
• Recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and guidelines that are compliant
• Recommend increases, decreases, and redirections
• Analyze and evaluate the working budget to ensure accurate coding and spending
• Review allocations and expenditures for compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and grants
• Research and determine costs for new programs and initiatives
• Reconcile the state budget system against the district budget system
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
• Prepare complex fiscal and statistical reports, including budget status, fiscal impact analysis, revenue and expense projections, and other financial reports
• Develop and deliver presentations and trainings as requested
• Participate in professional development workshops and other meetings
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system financial policies
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system finances
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding funding, accounting, and auditing principles
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment