Budget Analyst

Overview

Long Beach Transit (LBT) is dedicated to connecting communities and moving people…making everyday life better.  Our vision is to be a leading provider of transportation options delivering innovative and high-performing services within a multi-modal network that transforms the social, environmental and economic well-being of the diverse communities we serve.

As an organization we focus our employees on our vision to:

• Consider the customer first in decision making by being of service to others.
• Operate with Integrity-especially when no one is watching.
• Be open to new ideas and Continuous Improvement – seek ways to improve current processes.
• Be Proactive - take personal ownership especially when things go wrong.
• Cultivate the Potential of every employee – we must strengthen LBT through development and training.

The Budget Analyst is responsible for developing, analyzing, and monitoring the financial performance of the agency. This role ensures financial resources are allocated efficiently and supports data-driven decision-making to enhance transit services. This includes analyzing and reporting on individual departmental budgets and expenditure trends, as well as forecasting future revenues and expenditures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analyses and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency
• Track and report on budget variances, identifying potential financial risks and opportunities
• Assist in the development, preparation, and monitoring of the agency’s annual budgets
• Provide data and analysis for internal and external stakeholders, supporting decision-making related to budget management, forecasting and financial analysis
• Review budgetary and operational adjustments throughout the year and assesses fiscal and service impacts
• Support the development of multi-year financial plans and projections
• Recommend process improvements and assist in the implementation of new tools, financial policies or workflows to enhance efficiency.
• Assess and optimize service delivery methods and procedures for maximum efficiency and effectiveness
• Participate in agency-wide decision making through collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Team
• Participate in professional development activities to stay informed about trends in analytics and transit services
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attributes and Skillset:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to validate data and identify discrepancies and provide actionable insights
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to recommend and implement process improvements
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and navigating in web-based environments

Education and/or Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics or related field is required. Three years of professional experience in economics, statistical or data analysis or related field is required. Must possess a valid CA Class C license and an excellent driving record.

Salary Range: $84,849-$117,144 per year (Depending on Experience)

Compensation packages are determined based on a variety of factors specific to each candidate, including geographic location, skillset, the mix of relevant education, certifications, experience level, and performance. At Long Beach Transit, compensation decisions are made considering the unique requirements and circumstances of each position. 

Application

Apply online at www.ridelbt.com/careers  Online applications must include past work history and be fully completed to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application. 

Upon Request, a Driving Record printout is required with application (must be current within the 30 days of the printout).

Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Long Beach Transit does not sponsor H-1B or other related work visas. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Successful candidate must pass agency physical, drug and alcohol examinations.

Long Beach Transit, 1963 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90813

This job description is not intended to be a complete listing of all the job duties required of this position, but to provide information on the general scope of the position.

Salary : $84,849 - $117,144