BUDGET AND MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Salary: $74,755.20 - $123,323.20 Annually
Location : Cary, NC
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 25-02216
Department: Town Manager's Office
Opening Date: 02/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description
At Cary, we're not just any local government, we're redefining what's possible. Our vision is to be "The Local Government That Doesn't Exist" by setting new benchmarks for how municipalities operate. We push boundaries, embrace creativity, and work hand-in-hand with our community to deliver top-tier service.

Now, we're looking for a Budget and Management Analyst who is ready to think big, analyze smart, and make a real impact. In this role, you'll be responsible for crafting budgets, conducting financial forecasts, and providing data-driven recommendations that ensure Cary remains fiscally strong and forward-thinking. You'll collaborate with professionals at every level of our organization, gaining exposure to high-level decision-making while helping us drive continuous improvement.

We're seeking adaptive, strategic thinkers who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo. If you have the technical know-how, an analytical mindset, and the desire to make a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

If this opportunity excites you, apply today and help shape the future of Cary!
Typical Tasks

Conduct high-level, analytical work independently and in a team environment across all departments with limited daily supervisory direction;

Collaborate in a fast paced, evolving environment. Manage daily variety of tasks. Adapt to change through continuous learning and empower others by sharing knowledge;

Perform responsible, professional work involving budget preparation, financial and operational analysis, internal project management, process improvement and data collection, reporting and analysis;

Forecast revenues, expenses and fund balance and manage modeling and data analytic tools to project and/or report on property tax rate, utility rates, debt and more;

Analyze current and historical trends and develop dashboards and reporting to improve forecasting accuracy and visibility;

Prepare budget documents in accordance with state law and organizational preference;

Draft and/or edit staff reports directed to Town Council;

Prepare PowerPoint and/or other such presentations directed to a variety of audiences including internal, Council and citizens;

Complete special studies and analytical projects for a wide range of internal and external audiences. Materials should be concisely written, well-organized and include meaningful charts and graphs effectively depicting information to a variety of users;

Maintain outstanding working relationships throughout the organization to facilitate collaboration and successful budget preparation, communication and execution;

Perform other job-related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental budgeting; general knowledge of the laws and regulations governing municipal financial practices and procedures; general knowledge of research techniques and sources and availability of information; general knowledge of revenue forecasting and expenditure analysis; general knowledge municipal administration and operations; thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software; ability to analyze budgets, financial information, policies and procedures and make recommendations; ability to work independently; ability to be organized and systematic in the work; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department directors, supervisors, and employees; ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, and considerable experience in public finance, budget administration, and /or complex financial reporting. A master's degree in public or business administration or a related field may be substituted for experience.

Conditions of EmploymentRequires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification, and credit history review) prior to employment.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.
01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university? Note: All education should be found in the education section of the application, including degree type.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least 3 years experience in public finance, budget administration, and /or complex financial reporting? Note: Details must be included in the work experience section of your application.

• Yes
• No

03

Provide a brief example of a project you supported that speaks to your ability to do this position.
04

Share how you build relationships that establish credibility and trust?
Required Question