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MILWAUKEE METROPOLITAN SEWERAGE Associate Management and Budget Analyst in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) is a regional governmental agency that serves 1.1 million people in the greater Milwaukee area. MMSD provides water reclamation, flood management, and green infrastructure services for our community. Our mission is to protect public health and the environment through world-class, cost-effective water resource management, leadership, and partnership. Join our diverse team and support your community while protecting our environment. MMSD is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Management and Budget Analyst in the Finance Division. Reporting to the Budget Manager, you will develop and administer MMSD\'s operations and maintenance (O&M) and capital budgets to achieve its mission while ensuring the cost-efficient use of MMSD resources. Essential Duties and Responsibilities *Annual O&M and capital budget preparation, including a review of budget expenditure requests for completeness and accuracy, working with cost center managers on requests, analysis of requests for conformance with established procedures, regulations, and MMSD objectives, and prioritization of requests to achieve goals. *Analysis and preparation of forecasts for MMSD revenue sources. *Compilation and preparation of annual budget documents. *Annual budgets administration, including monitoring budget to actuals by reviewing reports and working with cost center managers to determine if allocated funds have been spent as specified and the identification and analysis of spending variances. Offer recommendations for mitigation where necessary. *Preparation of fiscal notes and financial reports. *Research and monitoring of economic and financial developments that affect MMSD\'s budgets. Understanding proposals and costs beyond current year and provide a forecast of future expenditures or revenues. Identification of significant issues for MMSD\'s forecast and potential solutions. *Manage reviews and vacancy analyses, and the efficiency and effectiveness of various MMSD operations. *Special projects as assigned. Work as part of an analytical team to study, identify, and evaluate alternatives for MMSD programs, operations, and policies. Supplemental Information Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an office environment and the noise level is moderate. MMSD is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ+, veterans, and individuals living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to being equitable and fair in providing access to opportunities for all! MMSD is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: *Bachelor\'s degree in finance, economics, public policy or a related field. *Zero to six months of job-related experience. *Budget and financial experience. *Budget forecasting experience. *Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. *Ability to make cost-effective recommendations. *Ability to prepare reports and make presentations. *Computer software proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. *GFOA training in budgeting best practices is desirable. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mmsd/jobs/4620875/associate-management-and-budget-analyst