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Budget and Finance Analyst - City of Ames (Iowa)
Budget and Finance Analyst - City of Ames (Iowa)
$69,552 - $101,684
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
The City of Ames is conducting a recruitment to establish a Civil Service eligibility list for this classification. The list will be valid for up to one year from the date of certification by the Ames Civil Service Commission and may be used to fill one or more vacancies in this classification. In addition, City of Ames Civil Service employees who have previously held Civil Service status in this classification and are interested in voluntarily demoting or laterally transferring into the current vacancy must submit their application by the deadline.
Under general supervision, this position performs budgeting, accounting, and other financial functions of the City of Ames (City). Assists in the preparation of the City's annual program budget and capital improvement plan (CIP) documents, prepares reports for City management and departments, and monitors financial transactions for compliance with the City's budget and financial policies. Also, performs other related duties as assigned.
Compiles and reviews information to assist in the preparation of the City's budget and capital improvement plan, calculates fund balance information for budget planning, analyzes departmental budget submissions for accuracy and compliance with City policies, reviews departmental purchase requisitions for budgetary compliance, assists with the development and implementation of budget policy, prepares monthly departmental reports and reconciliations, provides departmental budgeting support, prepares reporting for State and other governmental entities, and assists other Finance Department personnel as needed.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or closely related financial field; and at minimum, two (2) years of experience involving the regular use of budgeting/accounting/finance principles and practices; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and familiarity with governmental and fund accounting preferred.
If you are interested in seeing further details on this job posting and to apply, please visit our careers site at:
The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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Job Type : Full-Time
Education Level : Bachelors Degree
Experience Level : Entry Level
Job Function : Finance
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Budget and Finance Analyst - City of Ames (Iowa)
$69,552 - $101,684
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
The City of Ames is conducting a recruitment to establish a Civil Service eligibility list for this classification. The list will be valid for up to one year from the date of certification by the Ames Civil Service Commission and may be used to fill one or more vacancies in this classification. In addition, City of Ames Civil Service employees who have previously held Civil Service status in this classification and are interested in voluntarily demoting or laterally transferring into the current vacancy must submit their application by the deadline.
Under general supervision, this position performs budgeting, accounting, and other financial functions of the City of Ames (City). Assists in the preparation of the City's annual program budget and capital improvement plan (CIP) documents, prepares reports for City management and departments, and monitors financial transactions for compliance with the City's budget and financial policies. Also, performs other related duties as assigned.
Compiles and reviews information to assist in the preparation of the City's budget and capital improvement plan, calculates fund balance information for budget planning, analyzes departmental budget submissions for accuracy and compliance with City policies, reviews departmental purchase requisitions for budgetary compliance, assists with the development and implementation of budget policy, prepares monthly departmental reports and reconciliations, provides departmental budgeting support, prepares reporting for State and other governmental entities, and assists other Finance Department personnel as needed.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or closely related financial field; and at minimum, two (2) years of experience involving the regular use of budgeting/accounting/finance principles and practices; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and familiarity with governmental and fund accounting preferred.
If you are interested in seeing further details on this job posting and to apply, please visit our careers site at:
The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
Education Level : Bachelors Degree
Experience Level : Entry Level
Job Function : Finance