Budget Analyst IV at Regional Transportation District in Denver, Colorado

Job Description:

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position functions at the manager level with multiple direct reports and is the financial business partner to the operations for assigned business areas. This position is responsible for high level budget formulation, financial and expenditure analysis, as well as keeping management informed of their financial status through daily communication and reporting. The position manages all financial aspects, including budgeting and forecasting, expense tracking and variance analysis, contract and procurement compliance and accurate accounting for the assigned business areas.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential:

• Works directly with Leadership as well as all other levels in the organization, outside vendors, and other departments. This position directs the department level development and maintenance of


• expense and capital/project budgets; manages budget/funding needs; staffing and financial analysis and reporting; procurement input, invoice payment and tracking; ensures correct accounting; and provides other miscellaneous support for assigned departments.


• Recruits staff to include interviewing, hiring, assigning work, reviewing work, training, coaching, and counseling. Ensures consistent application of Employee Guidelines, processes, and procedures. Conducts performance review and holds employees accountable for performance.


• Manages the formulation of operating and capital budgets and forecasts for the Annual Budget, Five Year Financial Forecast and Long-range plan as appropriate.


• Manages approved budgets, makes recommendations to maximize budget resources and makes adjustments. Evaluates and analyzes trends in budget performance and key performance indicators and provides assistance to managers in the analysis of program/project performance and in the development of corrective measures.


• Develops and manages complex financial analysis such as, cost models, strategic reporting, staffing and manpower estimates. Incorporates analysis as required into budget formulation and reporting.


• Reviews, analyzes, and reports budget expenditures and variances, provides management reporting and oversight of program and project expenses.


• Reviews and prepares documentation and processes purchase requisitions, resulting in purchase orders, contracts or payment requests, verifies funding availability, funding codes, approvals, and ensures proper policies and procedures are followed.


• Reviews and processes invoices for payment.  Ensures accuracy, contractual compliance, proper coding, funds availability, and appropriate approvals for payment are obtained. Analyzes and researches invoice and receipt issues and ensures monthly and year-end accruals are processed as needed.


• Performs and presents report preparation as required.

Other:

All job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, public administration, or finance is required. Master’s degree is preferred but not required and may be substituted for one year of required experience.


• A minimum of seven years of experience in budget preparation, accounting, and financial analysis; OR a minimum of four years of experience in budget preparation, accounting, and financial analysis and two years of supervisory experience. Experience in government, especially transit, is preferred but not required.


• Proficient in accounting principles and financial analysis.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel.


• Proficient in a large accounting system such as Oracle or SAP, including data extraction.


• Strong interpersonal skills.


• Cross-functional team management experience is preferred.


• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.


• Ability to use sound judgment.


• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract terms and conditions.


• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data and financial information


• Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.

Or:

• An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

CAREER MAP:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Senior Manager, Finance, Senior Manager, Budget and Senior Management Revenue Management

We are considering all applications for this position up until the position close date of November 18th, 2024. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

 

RTD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, or protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, service in the military, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Pay Range:

$92,003.00 - $129,954.50 Annual

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy ( https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf )

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.

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