Budget Analyst
January 7, 2025
SUMMARY
Under general direction of the Budget and Banking Manager, the position is responsible for day to day activities in the planning, coordination and preparation of the operating budget for the agency. This position reviews budgetary documentation from departments for effectiveness and justification.
Please apply by January 17, 2025.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Analyze budget variances and prepare narratives on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Review and approve departmental requests via credit card to ensure budget and coding accuracy
• Prepare and upload budgets into ERP System, Yardi Voyager, per departments
• Act as liaison within the agency’s departments and provide budgetary consultation
• Participate in drafting the annual budget book, including but not limited to, drafting various sections as assigned
• Assist with compiling fiscal grant reports
• Review, audit and process vendor payments
• Monitor controls and analyze budget transactions
• Assures HUD regulations are followed.
• Perform accounting functions in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prepare quarterly forecast packages that detail changes with respects to current budget
• Performs other related duties as assigned
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Complies with applicable job-related local, state, and federal regulations
• Meets or exceeds applicable job-related HUD performance standards particularly PHAS
• Promotes positive customer relations
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR CERTIFICATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Mathematics
• Thorough knowledge of financial analysis and budgeting
• Yardi Systems and public housing experience preferred
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of applicable national, state and local regulations, statues, policies and procedures regarding Low- Income Housing, or other housing type as determined by the department as the time of job posting
• Knowledge of GAAP and ability to clearly explain trends and meaning of financial data
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy including knowledge of Word, Excel, and related applications
• Ability to type 50 words per minute
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical functions
• Ability to write and proofread materials for accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate and interact appropriately with the general public, applicants, residents and staff
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively with others and work independently
• Analytical skills and problem-solving ability
• Customer relations skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability
• Ability to produce clear, accurate and timely reports
• EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS OPERATED
• Personal computer and peripherals
• Standard office equipment
ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS
• Requires availability to work beyond normal workday
• Work environment consists substantially of indoor office activities performed in a heated/air-conditioned setting
• Position requires the need to walk, sit, and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Requires stooping, bending, crouching and/or reaching for files or tools
• Frequent repetitive hand movement (e.g. typing)
• May lift, carry and/or push up to 20 pounds
SALARY
The salary range for this position is $58,000 – $63,000.
BENEFITS
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Healthcare flexible spending account
• Dependent Care flexible spending account
• Commuter flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. The qualifications listed above are guidelines, other combinations of education and experience that could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.
- Chicago, IL
- Full-Time
- Budget and Banking Manager
- FLSA Exempt