Strategic Financial Advisor/Budget Analyst

Position Description

The Accounting and Budgeting Services division is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Strategic Financial Advisor/Budget Analyst (Strategic Advisor 2 – FB&A). This position will work with the team analyzing, producing, monitoring, and defending the $428 million budget of 16 different divisions of FAS, as well as the Office of City Finance.

The Accounting and Budget Services Division provides high quality budget, project controls and accounting services for FAS.

About Us

FAS is often the public's first interaction with the City of Seattle, operating as a customer-focused front door that assists with everything from paying utilities or reporting a pothole to requesting public information or even adopting a new pet.

The 450-plus employees of FAS span across 10 divisions and work behind-the-scenes providing critical functions, like managing 120 City facilities—including police and fire stations—coordinating logistics and emergency management and making sure minority-owned businesses can equitably compete for City contracts. FAS is a collaborative workplace with collective accountability to promote equity, respect, civility, integrity, inclusiveness, and fairness for all employees.

Job Responsibilities

Perform as a team lead for the annual budget development and the FAS’ revenue and rates processes, providing technical expertise and strategic guidance, and collaborating with stakeholders.Design, develop, and evaluate budget rate proposals, producing in-depth scenario analysis, measuring program performance, and providing recommendations to senior leadership. Perform financial and policy research and analysis, including reviewing various funding and operational models for long-term impacts.Develop, advise, and defend long-term strategic financial policy recommendations to FAS leadership and Central Budget Office (CBO) partners. Develop and prepare financial and budget management reports, revenue tables, and financial plans that will significantly influence decisions by department and City leaders.Partner with other members of the budget team to exchange focus areas, provide back-up as needed and serve as a budget and policy team lead providing broad support across the department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field; andFour (4) years of relevant experience in the areas of budget, and/or accounting, and/or financial policy analysis.

A combination of education, training or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class will be considered.

Desired Qualifications

Thrives in a dynamic environment and can shift work priorities quickly. Strong technical ability and comfort with analyzing large data sets, modeling scenarios, and using enterprise systems frequently.Strong experience in rate development Initiates effective communication and collaboration between workgroups and departments.Can communicate complex financial information to varied audiences.Excellent oral and written communications skills.Takes initiative to reach out and work with others to gather information, analyze trends, and solve challenging problems.Deals with ambiguity and sensitive issues in a professional manner.

Additional Information

This position is classified as a Strategic Advisor 2 – FB&A. The full salary range for this job classification is $47.85 - $71.80 per hour. This position is FLSA exempt (not eligible for overtime) and is Civil Service. The entry salary is expected to be mid-range.

Application Process

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. You must submit the following items to be considered for this position no later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on the scheduled closed date.

Completed NEOGOV online application.Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.Current resume indicating relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and education.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state “see my resume” or “see my personnel file” are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

PLEASE NOTE: This job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

This position requires a minimum of two days per week of onsite work. Overtime work may be required based on business needs. Alternative Work Arrangements and hybrid telework schedules for work conducted in a normal office environment may be considered and will be based on operational needs and consistency with City policies.

Background Check: Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.

Why work at the City of Seattle?

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans