Sr. Analyst, Budget
Apply NowCompany: Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011
Description:
Salary : $68,640.00 - $95,803.86 Annually
Location : CA 90017, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: FIN10312
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: SEIU 721
Job Summary
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people's lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, and can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness.
Under the direction of the Supervisor - Budget & Financial Planning, this position will assist in the daily operations of the Budget Unit in LAHSA's Finance Department. This position will perform a wide variety of professional level budget and financial analysis tasks and will similarly participate in the financial planning and cost allocation processes for the management of LAHSA's "external" funding from LAHSA funders "passed through" to Subrecipient and Subcontractor contracts and tasks concerning LAHSA's internal Departmental, Administrative, and Program Budgets, respectively. The Sr. Budget Analyst will personally carry out certain tasks and help reconcile or coordinate Unit Management work priorities with the day-to-day work of the Unit.
The functions listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Training & Experience
Schedule
Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at
We want to support all staff in reaching their personal and professional goals. Working for LAHSA has many benefits. Join our LAHSA team!
Medical Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for medical for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
Medical plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:
Medical
HMO/PPO: Kaiser Permanente, Aetna
Dental Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for selected dental benefits for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
Dental plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:
Dental
HMO/PPO: Guardian Dental
VSP Vision Plan
LAHSA offers this voluntary comprehensive vision plan to all full-time employees through ADP Workforce. It includes yearly comprehensive exams, lenses, frames and contact lenses. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
LAHSA offers this voluntary supplemental insurance to all full-time employees. Plan options include personal accident, personal cancer indemnity, personal short-term disability, and personal life insurance plans. Most premiums are pre taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
ADP Flexible Spending Accounts
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary flexible spending account plan through ADP Workforce. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.
Life Insurance
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for $50,000 basic life insurance coverage through ADP.
Voluntary Group Life Insurance
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary group life insurance through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.
Long Term Disability
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for long term disability coverage through ADP.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Eligibility
LAHSA is considered a government employer for the PSLF Program.
Pension Plan
LAHSA provides a 401A pension plan through Lincoln Financial. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for contributions of 6% of the employee's salary with a qualification date of 500 hours or 6 months after the date of hire.
Deferred Compensation Plan
LAHSA provides a 457 Deferred Compensation plan through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to defer up to IRS maximum limit per year of their earned salary for income tax purposes.
Time Off Administrative Leave
Chief Executive Officer, chiefs, and directors receive five (5) days of admin leave each calendar year in addition to the time-off below.
Vacation
Vacation is earned according to each month of service commencing with the employee's initial date of hire.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 12 days per year. Maximum accrual of sick leave is 160 hours.
Paid Holidays
All employees receive the following observed company holidays off:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
President's Day
Cesar Chavez Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous People's Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day After Thanksgiving
Christmas Day
In addition to the above holidays, full-time regular employees are entitled to two (2) "Floating Holidays" during the calendar year.
Updated 01/15/2025
Location : CA 90017, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: FIN10312
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: SEIU 721
Job Summary
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people's lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, and can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness.
Under the direction of the Supervisor - Budget & Financial Planning, this position will assist in the daily operations of the Budget Unit in LAHSA's Finance Department. This position will perform a wide variety of professional level budget and financial analysis tasks and will similarly participate in the financial planning and cost allocation processes for the management of LAHSA's "external" funding from LAHSA funders "passed through" to Subrecipient and Subcontractor contracts and tasks concerning LAHSA's internal Departmental, Administrative, and Program Budgets, respectively. The Sr. Budget Analyst will personally carry out certain tasks and help reconcile or coordinate Unit Management work priorities with the day-to-day work of the Unit.
The functions listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist in establishing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls, policies, and procedures related to Departmental, Administrative and Program Budgets Budget operations at LAHSA
- Assist in the preparation of Budgets and Cost Allocation Plans for LAHSA Departments and Administrative Programs Review, analyze, and interpret Cost Allocation Plans
- Review, analyze, and interpret Cost Allocation Plans, making modifications when required (such as during the Midyear Adjustment Process)
- Assist in the categorization, classification, allocation, and definition of various expenses as "Administrative," Indirect," "Direct," and "Programmatic" for the purposes of budgeting and Cost Allocation while remaining in compliance with the terms and requirements associated with various LAHSA funding sources
- Reconcile and transmit long-term management priorities through the assignment and delegation of work to Unit staff to ensure progress on ongoing initiatives while preventing any disruptions or delays in the day-to-day workflow completion
- Work collaboratively with Budget Analysts and other members of the financial team
- Provide training and Technical Assistance (TA) to subordinates within the Budget Unit and peers at LAHSA from other Departments when needed
- Assist the Supervisor - Budget & Financial Planning and Manager - Budget & Financial Planning in completing their tasks and serve as the backup to some of their functions when necessary. These duties may include:
- Developing Internal and External Budget tools, procedures, and templates reflecting the business needs of LAHSA and its funders
- Preparing and distributing monthly Budget Reports to help inform Executive Management decisions
- Work with other Finance Department personnel to correct coding and budget issues when necessary
- Analyze salary expenses for the Human Resources Department
- Work with funder, departmental, and executive personnel to review accounting documents and determine if internal expenditures are in accordance with specific eligibility or allowability criteria associated with various funding sources
- Prepare Monthly Budget vs. Actual (BvA) Reports and analyses of LAHSA's agency expenditures by-Department and by-Program to present to the Commission and FCGM Committee
- Contribute to the maintenance and accuracy of the Abila MIP automated fund accounting system in accordance with GAAP and applicable Federal, State, County, City, and LAHSA regulations
- Offer suggestions to improve Unit operations
- Ensure proper recording and coding of expenditure data in relevant databases.
- Assume other responsibilities as directed to by the CFO, Director of Finance, Associate Director - Budget & Financial Planning, Manager - Budget & Financial Planning, and Supervisor - Budget & Financial Planning,
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong quantitative data and financial analysis skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proven organizational, strategic, and financial planning acumen
- Proven experience in the preparation of spend down analyses, financial reports and statements and financial reports
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with computer software programs, specifically Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook)
- Information retrieval from the Internet
- Experience or familiarity with Financial or Fund Accounting and Statistical software (familiarity with Abila MIP is considered a plus)
- Strong understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERP)
- Strong knowledge of payroll, accounts-payable, accounts-receivable, and other accounting functions
- Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting funding requests to executive leadership and management.
- Proven work experience as a team leader, senior level staff or supervisor
- Familiarity with relevant, applicable homelessness-related Government laws and regulations, including the HUD Supportive Housing program, ESG, and CDBG
- Applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures concerning procurement and administration of contracts, grants, loans, and other similar agreements
- Understanding of GAAP, GASB, FASB, and 2.CFR.200 rules and regulations
- Understanding of Fund Accounting and finance; strong familiarity with the nuances exclusive to government and nonprofit accounting and finance is a plus
- Strong understanding of 2.CFR.200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements) and General ledger maintenance and management
- Team-based Project Management
Training & Experience
- Proven professional experience and educational background to perform the duties listed above.
Schedule
- The Chief Executive Officer or designee may change the schedule of positions between hybrid and onsite, as necessary to accomplish LAHSA's business needs.
Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at
We want to support all staff in reaching their personal and professional goals. Working for LAHSA has many benefits. Join our LAHSA team!
Medical Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for medical for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
Medical plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:
Medical
HMO/PPO: Kaiser Permanente, Aetna
Dental Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for selected dental benefits for all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
Dental plans are administered through ADP Workforce. The following are enrollment options:
Dental
HMO/PPO: Guardian Dental
VSP Vision Plan
LAHSA offers this voluntary comprehensive vision plan to all full-time employees through ADP Workforce. It includes yearly comprehensive exams, lenses, frames and contact lenses. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
LAHSA offers this voluntary supplemental insurance to all full-time employees. Plan options include personal accident, personal cancer indemnity, personal short-term disability, and personal life insurance plans. Most premiums are pre taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.
ADP Flexible Spending Accounts
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary flexible spending account plan through ADP Workforce. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.
Life Insurance
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for $50,000 basic life insurance coverage through ADP.
Voluntary Group Life Insurance
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary group life insurance through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.
Long Term Disability
LAHSA pays 100% of the premium for long term disability coverage through ADP.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Eligibility
LAHSA is considered a government employer for the PSLF Program.
Pension Plan
LAHSA provides a 401A pension plan through Lincoln Financial. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for contributions of 6% of the employee's salary with a qualification date of 500 hours or 6 months after the date of hire.
Deferred Compensation Plan
LAHSA provides a 457 Deferred Compensation plan through Lincoln Financial. Employees may elect to defer up to IRS maximum limit per year of their earned salary for income tax purposes.
Time Off Administrative Leave
Chief Executive Officer, chiefs, and directors receive five (5) days of admin leave each calendar year in addition to the time-off below.
Vacation
Vacation is earned according to each month of service commencing with the employee's initial date of hire.
- Less than three (3) years of employment, eighty (80) hours per year.
- Three (3) to six (6) years of employment, one hundred twenty (120) hours per year.
- More than six (6) years of employment, the one hundred twenty (120) hour total shall be supplemented by one (1) workday of paid leave for each twelve (12) months greater than seventy-two (72) months of employment. This vacation accrual is capped at thirty (30) workdays per year
Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 12 days per year. Maximum accrual of sick leave is 160 hours.
Paid Holidays
All employees receive the following observed company holidays off:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
President's Day
Cesar Chavez Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous People's Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day After Thanksgiving
Christmas Day
In addition to the above holidays, full-time regular employees are entitled to two (2) "Floating Holidays" during the calendar year.
Updated 01/15/2025