Budget Coordinator – Urgent Hire - Full-time

Budget Coordinator

 

JOB SUMMARY:

An employee in this classification performs technical budget coordination work in the development and implementation of the annual budget by department and appropriation. An employee in this class is responsible for compiling budget requests, performing monthly budget adjustments, performing detail analysis work in budget formulation and administration, and assisting in budget monitoring and control functions.  Utilizes specialized software applications.  The work is subject to review by the Manager. Performance is evaluated by observation of results achieved and is reviewed through periodic conferences with the Manager. Position is contract and is not subject to Union participation due to the confidential administrative and management duties assigned.

 

Direct Hire

Salary $60,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

 

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (These examples are only representative work samples for this classification and do not include all duties or special work assignments that may be required of this classification or job.)

 

• Develop and implement an indirect cost plan.
• Work with the Manager on the development, management, and preparation of the annual budget to include preparing anticipated payroll expenses; operating expenses; debt service obligations; capital expenditure costs; finance committee coordination; assisting department heads in submission requests; and final preparation of all budget documents.
• Analyze and coordinate budget data prepared by departments for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to prevailing policies and procedures.
• Produce the annual Budget Book for use by staff, council, and the public which conveys budget information for end users.
• Review and analyze budget requests.
• Participate in conferences and hearings regarding budgetary requirements.
• Prepare various financial schedules, analysis, reports, and other documents, either manually or with computer assistance.
• Assist department personnel in the maintenance of property appropriations and allotment accounts.
• Work closely with purchasing and finance to ensure funding availability.
• Assist auditors with budgetary information and reports for annual audit.
• Maintain and update State Telecommunication Tax Revenue Database.
• Prepare fuel rebate reports for transmission quarterly to the State of Florida.
• Prepare calculation and taxable property list for the Fire Tax Assessment.
• Become completely familiar with the TRIM process of the State of Florida and ensure the hearings and reports are filed correctly and timely in compliance with the TRIM process.
• Be an independent audit party to check bank statements, checking accounts, and entries for accuracy and sound accounting practices.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, and reports to the Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Receive the budget estimates from all the departments of the organization and critically examine them for correctness, accuracy, and completeness.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 

• Knowledge of budgeting practices and principles.
• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations governing municipal financial matters.
• Knowledge of computer fundamentals and operation.
• Ability to use judgement with doing budget planning to discern the expenditures most necessary for the best function of the client.
• Ability to organize and present clear and concise oral and written reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Ability to operate computer and spreadsheet software and other standard office equipment.
• Perform complicated mathematical calculations and analyses.
• Ability to analyze quantifiable data to produce statistically valid conclusions and recommendations.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, bookkeeping, and mathematical computations.
• Ability to assimilate data from a variety of sources, analyze it, and make concise reports.
• Capability to use independent judgment in making decisions in accordance with established policy objectives.
• Ability to use mature judgment and discretion in dealing with privileged information or sensitive personnel matters.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

PandoLogic. Keywords: Budget Coordinator, Location: Milton, FL - 32571 , PL: 592457706