Budget Analyst

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Budget Analyst – Shape the Future of Garner

The Town of Garner is seeking a tech-savvy, solutions-oriented Budget Analyst to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives on data-driven decision-making, financial analysis, and cross-department collaboration.

Just minutes from downtown Raleigh, Garner offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, fast-growing community with the welcoming spirit of a small town. Recently named the 10th fastest-growing towns in the U.S., Garner is a place where innovation, collaboration, and meaningful work come together. If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Budget Analyst, you’ll work closely with the Budget Director to support the annual budget process, provide insightful financial and budgetary analysis, and lead or assist with a variety of high-impact special projects. You’ll play a key role in improving processes, identifying efficiencies, and helping departments align resources with strategic goals.

We’re looking for someone who is:

Detail-oriented and analytical with strong problem-solving skills

Comfortable using technology to streamline financial processes

A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and effectively

Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Examples of Duties:

Assist in developing and coordinating the Town’s annual operating and capital budgets

Conduct financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making

Provide guidance on budgetary and operational improvements

Collaborate across departments to drive process efficiencies and service enhancements

Contribute to long-range planning and special initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a four-year college with a degree or major coursework in public administration, business administration, finance, or closely related field.

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software quickly including web-based applications.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Town departments, employees, and the public.

Ability to maintain all information in a confidential manner.

Must be highly detail oriented and project a professional demeanor.

Valid NC Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Public Administration (MPA)

Prior governmental budgeting experience

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Additional Information:

The salary range shown is the hiring range. The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.

Why Work with Us? Employee Benefits Town of Garner, NC

Initial interviews may be conducted before the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-time