City Of Alameda
Budget Manager (Principal Financial Analyst)
City Of Alameda, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
Nature of Position
City of Alameda (
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4-Day Compressed Work Week
This is a full-time, benefited position regularly scheduled to work a 4-day, 36-hour schedule (typically Monday - Thursday).
The City of Alameda offers a generous benefits package, including full healthcare and dental coverage for you and your family and CALPERS pension benefits.
The PositionUnder general direction, plans, performs, organizes, and is responsible for development of the City’s budgetary documents and the budget development process including intricate budget analysis, short- and long-range fiscal forecasting, and capital planning; performs complex budget monitoring, detailed analytical work, multipart performance analyses, and prepares interim financial and budgetary reports; researches, analyzes, and reviews complex financial data; supervises and trains assigned staff, and performs related duties as assigned.
Note: The job description is currently pending Civil Service Board approval in October, which will include added responsibilities for overseeing City-wide purchasing activities.
Distinguishing FeaturesWork in this class is characterized by complex analytical work, overall coordination, development, and implementation and monitoring of the City's budget, and the responsibility for supervision of staff.
Benefits of EmploymentFor a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix HEREFour-day
, 36-hour work week (typically Monday through Thursday)CalPERS
Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.Dental:
Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.Vacation: Starting with 75 hours annually and increasing with years of service.Management Incentive Leave:
27 hours of management leave per fiscal year.Holidays: 11 City HolidaysFloating Holidays:
3.5 daysSick Leave: 90 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
Examples of Duties
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Leads and performs professional technical and analytical work in the areas of preparation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the City budget.
Prepares fund summaries for use in preparation of the City's biennial budget, mid-year review, mid-cycle adjustments, and year end summary; analyzes and recommends budget funding levels and determines impact of programs, cost proposals, and related matters.
Coordinates the City budget process with departments, including preparation of the budget manual, development of schedules, worksheets and exhibits; monitors interdepartmental cost allocation and actual expenditures.
Creates, manages, and maintains inter-fund loans; performs annual budgeting of interest payments and payoffs; reviews journal entries for loan transactions.
Coordinates with other Finance Department staff and City departments to ensure cost accounting and revenue collection systems are consistent with the approved budget.
Provides assistance and advice to City departments in resolving budgetary issues; trains City staff on the budgetary process; prepares and maintains mid-year and annual budget instructions.
Represents the City in public meetings; prepares presentations for meeting with citizen groups and the City Council; provides recommendations and prepares suggestions for improving education, understanding, and engagement of the public regarding the City Budget and financial operations.
Leads Finance Department staff and City departments to calculate both internal and external cost allocations for use in billing and internal recovery.
Develops and implements financial and management systems, policies, procedures and standards for budget preparation, examination, monitoring and control.
Prepares the City's long-term financial forecast.
Prepares reports for management review, including periodic financial reports; reviews departmental staff reports; reviews, and processes budget amendments reports for final approval by the Finance Director.
Performs complex and/or sensitive labor negotiations and collective bargaining costing.
Evaluates, reviews, and prepares financial impact statements for proposed city ordinances, resolutions, and other policy changes.
Conducts advanced complex research projects; gathers and analyzes data; writes reports; develops recommendations, cost implications and implementation guidelines for new programs and existing and proposed projects.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, elected officials, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Supervises, evaluates, and trains staff as assigned.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Note: The job description is currently pending Civil Service Board approval in October, which will include added responsibilities for overseeing City-wide purchasing activities.
Employment Standards
Possession of the employment standards does not assure advancement to the Examination or placement on the Eligible List. This is a competitive examination where a candidate's performance in the Examination will be judged in comparison with the core competencies required of the job. To be considered, applicants should possess the combination of education and experience necessary to prove the required knowledge and abilities for the position. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Experience:Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EducationGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
A master’s degree in public administration, public policy, or business administration is desirable.
ExperienceFive years of progressively responsible experience performing complex analytical work including professional accounting, financial analysis and reporting, and budgeting, preferably in a public agency.
KnowledgeKnowledge of principles and practices of budget development, monitoring and implementation; principles and practices of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting including GASB; financial management policies and procedures; quantitative and management analysis techniques; program and project development, implementation, and evaluation methods; pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, as related to area of assignment; modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs including spreadsheet applications and automated financial management systems; effective oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation; safe work practices; principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation; and principles and practices of excellent customer service.
AbilityAbility to independently perform professional duties related to the development and monitoring of the citywide budget; apply accounting principles to the analysis of budgetary and accounting records; prepare financial statements and reports; develop technical reports and presentations; monitor assigned accounting and financial analysis activities ensuring compliance with local, State, and Federal requirements and professional standards; train staff in budgetary principles, practices and procedures; understand and carry out oral and written instructions and prioritize workload to meet deadlines; analyze complex departmental budget requirements, programs, policies, procedures, and operations; plan, develop, implement, administer, and evaluate projects and programs; exercise sound judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs; read, write and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation; communicate effectively, tactfully and positively in both oral and written form; operate and use modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software; utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; supervise, train, and evaluate staff; contribute effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives and activities.
Special RequirementsWillingness and ability to work outside regular scheduled hours to meet operational needs as this position requires attendance at meetings, including ones that will be conducted during evening hours and/or on weekends. This position requires irregular work hours as necessary to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
Other RequirementsPossession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
SELECTION PROCESS:The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the tentative test date listed in the flyer, they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510) 747-4900.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at www.alamedaca.gov. A detailed summary for this position can be found under MCEA.
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City of Alameda (
alamedaca.gov
)
4-Day Compressed Work Week
This is a full-time, benefited position regularly scheduled to work a 4-day, 36-hour schedule (typically Monday - Thursday).
The City of Alameda offers a generous benefits package, including full healthcare and dental coverage for you and your family and CALPERS pension benefits.
The PositionUnder general direction, plans, performs, organizes, and is responsible for development of the City’s budgetary documents and the budget development process including intricate budget analysis, short- and long-range fiscal forecasting, and capital planning; performs complex budget monitoring, detailed analytical work, multipart performance analyses, and prepares interim financial and budgetary reports; researches, analyzes, and reviews complex financial data; supervises and trains assigned staff, and performs related duties as assigned.
Note: The job description is currently pending Civil Service Board approval in October, which will include added responsibilities for overseeing City-wide purchasing activities.
Distinguishing FeaturesWork in this class is characterized by complex analytical work, overall coordination, development, and implementation and monitoring of the City's budget, and the responsibility for supervision of staff.
Benefits of EmploymentFor a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix HEREFour-day
, 36-hour work week (typically Monday through Thursday)CalPERS
Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.Dental:
Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.Vacation: Starting with 75 hours annually and increasing with years of service.Management Incentive Leave:
27 hours of management leave per fiscal year.Holidays: 11 City HolidaysFloating Holidays:
3.5 daysSick Leave: 90 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
Examples of Duties
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Leads and performs professional technical and analytical work in the areas of preparation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the City budget.
Prepares fund summaries for use in preparation of the City's biennial budget, mid-year review, mid-cycle adjustments, and year end summary; analyzes and recommends budget funding levels and determines impact of programs, cost proposals, and related matters.
Coordinates the City budget process with departments, including preparation of the budget manual, development of schedules, worksheets and exhibits; monitors interdepartmental cost allocation and actual expenditures.
Creates, manages, and maintains inter-fund loans; performs annual budgeting of interest payments and payoffs; reviews journal entries for loan transactions.
Coordinates with other Finance Department staff and City departments to ensure cost accounting and revenue collection systems are consistent with the approved budget.
Provides assistance and advice to City departments in resolving budgetary issues; trains City staff on the budgetary process; prepares and maintains mid-year and annual budget instructions.
Represents the City in public meetings; prepares presentations for meeting with citizen groups and the City Council; provides recommendations and prepares suggestions for improving education, understanding, and engagement of the public regarding the City Budget and financial operations.
Leads Finance Department staff and City departments to calculate both internal and external cost allocations for use in billing and internal recovery.
Develops and implements financial and management systems, policies, procedures and standards for budget preparation, examination, monitoring and control.
Prepares the City's long-term financial forecast.
Prepares reports for management review, including periodic financial reports; reviews departmental staff reports; reviews, and processes budget amendments reports for final approval by the Finance Director.
Performs complex and/or sensitive labor negotiations and collective bargaining costing.
Evaluates, reviews, and prepares financial impact statements for proposed city ordinances, resolutions, and other policy changes.
Conducts advanced complex research projects; gathers and analyzes data; writes reports; develops recommendations, cost implications and implementation guidelines for new programs and existing and proposed projects.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, elected officials, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Supervises, evaluates, and trains staff as assigned.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Note: The job description is currently pending Civil Service Board approval in October, which will include added responsibilities for overseeing City-wide purchasing activities.
Employment Standards
Possession of the employment standards does not assure advancement to the Examination or placement on the Eligible List. This is a competitive examination where a candidate's performance in the Examination will be judged in comparison with the core competencies required of the job. To be considered, applicants should possess the combination of education and experience necessary to prove the required knowledge and abilities for the position. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Experience:Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EducationGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
A master’s degree in public administration, public policy, or business administration is desirable.
ExperienceFive years of progressively responsible experience performing complex analytical work including professional accounting, financial analysis and reporting, and budgeting, preferably in a public agency.
KnowledgeKnowledge of principles and practices of budget development, monitoring and implementation; principles and practices of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting including GASB; financial management policies and procedures; quantitative and management analysis techniques; program and project development, implementation, and evaluation methods; pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, as related to area of assignment; modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs including spreadsheet applications and automated financial management systems; effective oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation; safe work practices; principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation; and principles and practices of excellent customer service.
AbilityAbility to independently perform professional duties related to the development and monitoring of the citywide budget; apply accounting principles to the analysis of budgetary and accounting records; prepare financial statements and reports; develop technical reports and presentations; monitor assigned accounting and financial analysis activities ensuring compliance with local, State, and Federal requirements and professional standards; train staff in budgetary principles, practices and procedures; understand and carry out oral and written instructions and prioritize workload to meet deadlines; analyze complex departmental budget requirements, programs, policies, procedures, and operations; plan, develop, implement, administer, and evaluate projects and programs; exercise sound judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs; read, write and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation; communicate effectively, tactfully and positively in both oral and written form; operate and use modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software; utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; supervise, train, and evaluate staff; contribute effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives and activities.
Special RequirementsWillingness and ability to work outside regular scheduled hours to meet operational needs as this position requires attendance at meetings, including ones that will be conducted during evening hours and/or on weekends. This position requires irregular work hours as necessary to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
Other RequirementsPossession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
SELECTION PROCESS:The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the tentative test date listed in the flyer, they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510) 747-4900.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at www.alamedaca.gov. A detailed summary for this position can be found under MCEA.
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