BUDGET ANALYST I

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration or closely related field is required. Three years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis and planning, or program analysis, are required. Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills and abilities. Use of personal computers and associated software at an intermediate to advanced level is required. In lieu of a degree, directly related experience as described above may substitute on a year-for-year basis.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

SUMMARY
Performs data analysis for input to the Authority's annual strategic budget development. Under supervision, plans, schedules, analyzes and prepares the annual and long-range impact on costs and budgets related to the Authority's capital, planning or operating programs. Coordinates, develops and forecasts assigned Divisions/Departments annual budgets. Assists in the development of recommendations to approve, disapprove and/or modify the requests. Reviews, analyzes and recommends proposed staffing and/or organizational changes to ensure the Authority is organized, structured and staffed to promote overall effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity. Communicates with the assigned Divisions/Departments to ensure the quality and understanding of all approved or disapproved expense categories. Prepares periodic reports and communicates analyses, forecasts, and recommendations to responsible departments and senior management. Works with employees throughout the Authority to resolve various issues and manages special projects. Carries out major assignments in conducting the operations of the business. Performs work that affects business operations to a substantial degree.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs data analysis for input to the Authority's annual strategic budget development.
2. Under supervision plans, schedules, analyzes, and prepares the annual and long-range impacts to costs and budgets related to the Authority's capital, planning or operating programs.
3. Coordinates, develops and forecasts assigned Divisions/Departments annual budgets. Develops recommendations to approve, disapprove and/or modify the requests. Communicates with the assigned Divisions/Departments to ensure the quality and understanding of all approved or disapproved expense categories.
3. Monitors spending; reviews procurements and budget implementation to ensure consistency with the annual adopted budget; communicates with appropriate Directors or Management for any variance.
4. Assists in the development of recommendations with proper linkage between capital investments and operating impacts and financial strategies to ensure the Authority's financial viability.
5. Reviews, analyzes and recommends proposed staffing and/or organizational changes to ensure that the Authority is organized, structured and staffed to promote overall effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity.
6. Identifies, develops, and performs research, and cost analyses.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned , including Transit Ambassador assignments .



MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Salary Grade -15

Classification -Non-Represented

Number of Openings - 1

Salary Range -$47,518 - $71,276