Budget Analyst

Job Summary:

The Budget Analyst performs highly professional and administrative work related to preparing monitoring and maintaining the annual operating budget and ten-year capital improvement program. Takes an active role in the annual budget process and works directly with departments to coordinate and develop recommendations on resource allocations throughout the year. Provides assistance to Grant Accountant in various duties related to the full grant life cycle.

The salary range for this position is $67978.00- $91771.00 per year with a hiring range of $67978.00 - $79874.00 depending on qualifications and experience.

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Monday 12.29.25 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume is required and a cover letter is preferred.

The Citys budget team works with our diversly skilled departments to plan analyze and respond to all budget needs. We are looking for a team player who delivers high quality customer service and has the analytical skills to partner with departments for success. Our team has a passion for the work we do and enjoys the collaborative process of budgeting!

Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and evaluate budget request validate revenue and expenditure projections.
• Collaborate with departments to analyze and maintain the position control system.
• Conduct operational and financial analysis. Recommend changes and adjustments as appropriate.
• Develop reports and tools for budget preparation and monitoring and conduct variance analysis.
• Develop budget book materials and presentations.
• Coach and assist department budget contacts to develop present monitor and amend budgets.
• Evaluate proposed program changes and make recommendations regarding short and long-term fiscal impacts.
• Develop summary reports spreadsheets and related documents for presentation for leadership executive City Council and public.
• Monitor revenue and expenditure patterns and assist departments in solving budget challenges that arise throughout the year.
• Participate in special projects.

Other Job Functions:

• Assist with budget allocations and track grant fund appropriations.
• Ensure all grant expenditures have been accurately captured and reported
• Assist with the preparation and submission of all reimbursement requests.
• Assist with required grant reporting based on award requirements.
• Work closely with Grant Accountant to ensure receipt of grant funds are accurately recorded.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of grant files for use in preparation of SEFA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Public Administration Business Administration Finance Accounting Economics or other closely related field required.

Experience:

• 2 years experience with analytical work in the business environment required.
• Some public sector (government) experience preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Accurately follow established budgeting procedures prepare and analyze complex financial information and effectively communicate technical ideas.
• Proficiency working with spreadsheets and word processing.
• Business acumen time management budget and/or financial analysis job expertise tactical decision-making and strong organizational ability.
• Knowledge of public finance theories principles and practices and knowledge of local state and federal regulations governing municipal budgeting and finance preferred.
• Basic knowledge of grants life cycle from application through close-out preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Occasional exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations the world-famous Valentine Remail Program and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts brewery foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions professional hockey events endless community recreation and open space opportunities art and sculpture shows and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020 Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governors Award for Downtown Excellence is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust Collaboration Innovation Safety Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program various opportunities for growth and development and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty where you belong!

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans Dental Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation holidays floating holidays and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance AD&D Short-term and Long-term disability and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a 457 Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities skills and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically and additional activities duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity disability genetic information age or any other status protected under federal state and/or local law.

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Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility

This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check.

Required Experience:

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