Budget Analyst

Under general and executive supervision, the purpose of the position is to use common
procedures and practices, regulations, and organizational policies to assist in development and
implementation of the City’s budget. Employees in this classification perform complex, statistical
work. Position is responsible for gathering, extracting, reviewing, verifying, and consolidating a
variety of narrative and statistical data. Performs related work as directed.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews and verifies budget data for consistency with financial and program objectives.
Assists in the facilitation of and participates in the preparation and control of annual budgets by
compiling and analyzing financial data; coordinating the preparation of narratives; preparing cost
information; preparing budget related documents and charts; and preparing budget reports, plans
and projects.
Assists the Budget Officer with identification of budgeted problems, processes, and procedures.
Assists the Budget Officer with development of advertisements and proper forms required by
Statute for public hearings and adoption of final budget by City Commission.
Assists departments in preparing budget requests and justifications; formulates and revises
budget estimates; and validates justifications through comparisons with operating reports.
Performs monthly budget variance analysis. Researches and prepares reports for management
review concerning revenues and expenditures.
Forecasts funding needs for operating programs with varying annual requirements for goods,
services, equipment, and personnel.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the
tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one
position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude the City
from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the
position.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential
part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

Answers telephones and assists utility customers.
Operates a variety of equipment such as computers, calculators, copiers, and facsimile machines.
Performs related duties as directed.

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MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field; or a minimum
of 60 credits towards a Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits in Accounting, Finance or
Business Administration; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training
involving governmental budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and
experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software applications

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or
information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or
probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to
others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate,
maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in
performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a variety of reference data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may require ability to utilize principles of
fractions and/or interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or
diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent
judgment concerning choices of action.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and
creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often
characterized by frequent change.

ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work,
but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of
light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work
station.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks
require oral communications ability.
Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse
environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes,
temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards,
animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

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The City of Lauderhill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss
potential accommodations with the employer.

DEPARTMENTAL USE ONLY
Classification: Managerial
Grade: 49
Salary Range: $52,900 – $76,666
Date Approved: 1/28/08

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