Management Analyst
General Statement of Duties
Performs professional, analytical, and administrative work involving budget development, management analysis, performance measurement, financial planning, and special projects for the Town. The Budget and Management Analyst supports departments by reviewing budget requests, analyzing operational and financial data, evaluating programs and services, and preparing recommendations to improve efficiency, accountability, and long-term planning.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class performs responsible professional work in the preparation, review, and administration of the Town’s operating budget, capital improvement plan, financial forecasts, and management studies. Work involves analyzing departmental operations, reviewing funding requests, assisting with grant applications, monitoring performance metrics, and preparing reports and recommendations for Town leadership. The position requires knowledge of public administration, budgeting, public finance, research methods, and local government operations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Town Manager or designee and is evaluated through accuracy of analysis, quality of recommendations, timeliness, and overall effectiveness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Reviews and analyzes departmental budget requests and makes recommendations regarding funding levels.
· Assists with the preparation, administration, and monitoring of the Town’s annual operating budget.
· Assists in the development of long-range revenue and expenditure forecasts.
· Supports the development and implementation of the Town’s capital improvement plan and other long-range planning efforts.
· Conducts research, financial analysis, and management studies related to Town programs, services, and operations.
· Evaluates programs and services to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with Town goals.
· Assists departments with performance measures, benchmarking, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
· Provides support with grant planning, applications, budget amendments, reimbursement requests, reporting, and closeout documentation.
· Reviews contracts, budget amendments, and funding requests for compliance with applicable policies and requirements.
· Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for the Town Manager, Town Council, departments, and other stakeholders.
· Reviews legislative, policy, and program changes to determine potential fiscal and operational impacts.
· Assists departments with special projects, operational reviews, and administrative support as assigned.
· Performs other duties assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, budgeting, public finance, and local government operations.
· Knowledge of budget preparation, financial forecasting, performance measurement, and program evaluation.
· Knowledge of grant writing, grant administration, and compliance requirements.
· Ability to analyze complex financial, administrative, and organizational issues.
· Ability to prepare clear reports, recommendations, presentations, and written materials.
· Ability to interpret policies, procedures, contracts, financial documents, and operational data.
· Strong organizational and time management skills.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
· Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, initiative, and professionalism.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, elected officials, vendors, agencies, and the public.
Physical Requirements
· Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, fingering, feeling, talking, seeing, and hearing.
· Must be able to perform sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift objects.
· Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer, do extensive reading, and perform visual inspections.
Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field; and/or considerable experience in budgeting, public sector analysis, financial management, program evaluation, and local government administration.
Special Requirement
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Pay Range: $60,815.66 - $91,223.50
Pay: $60,815.66 - $91,223.50 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
