Salary: $71,260.80 - $106,891.20 Annually
Location : City Hall, 211 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time; Exempt; Benefit Eligible
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 191-26
Division: Management Services
Section: Finance
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 12/13/2026 10:00 PM Arizona
Work Week: 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Monday through Friday
Post-offer Requirements: Background
MVR
Budgeted Min: $34.26
Budgeted Max: $42.82
Additional Information: Following successful completion of a six-month training period, this position may be eligible to work remotely up to two days per week in accordance with City policy and operational needs.
DescriptionAre you a finance professional who enjoys transforming data into strategic decision-making? The Budget Section is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the City's budgeting and financial planning efforts. This position is responsible for a diverse portfolio of work ranging from budget research and preparation to long-range financial planning, revenue and expenditure forecasting, rate studies, and project management. Working closely with departments throughout the organization, the successful candidate will help ensure compliance with GAAP and GASB standards while advancing accountability, transparency, and exceptional customer service.
Position Responsibilities - Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
- Complies with various budget reporting requirements.
- Develops, analyzes and evaluates the City's budget, including the personnel, operating budget, capital improvement program (CIP), and the budget management and reporting system.
- Prepares analytical and budgetary comparative information for presentation to staff, Council, and the public.
- Researches and assists in the preparation of short and long-range revenue and expenditure forecasts; supports complex forecast models and identifies revenue sources necessary to finance capital projects.
- Research economic indicators, analyzes factors and trends and makes recommendations regarding the City's ability to finance general personnel, operations and capital improvement projects.
- Provides advice and technical assistance to divisions by resolving budget issues.
- Supports and provides training in the preparation, presentation and monitoring of annual budgets.
- Prepares and reviews assigned elements of the annual budget document.
- Performs research and analysis on identified special projects as assigned.
- Attends management meetings to provide presentations and support to divisions related to budgetary information.
- Analyzes the completeness and accuracy of prepared budget data provided by divisions.
- Supports the Budget Section and assists other budget staff in answering general questions relating to budget policies, procedures, and operations.
- Adhere to established accounting standards and City of Flagstaff deadlines on assigned tasks.
- Prepares analytical and budgetary comparative information to be presented to staff, Council, and the public.
- Assists with the preparation of the annual budget including division review, City Manager review, Council review and final budget documents.
- Provides support for city-wide user fee and rate study analysis and development.
- Work in a team-based environment requiring problem solving skills and teamwork.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in budgeting, accounting, and the analysis and forecasting of revenues and expenditures.
- Any combination of relevant education and relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING- Experience in analytics and forecasting for revenues and expenditures.
- One year of experience in governmental budgeting.
- Experience in writing reports related to budget.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS- Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
Current Compensation and BenefitsOur total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $71,260.80 - $106,891.20, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:
- Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
- Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of approximately 12%
- Deferred Compensation Options
- Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
- Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
- 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
- Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
- First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
- Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
- Tobacco Cessation Program
- Employer Assistance Program
- Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
- Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers
Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.01
What is your highest level of education?
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree or 60 college credits
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- I do not have any educational degrees
02
What is your highest level of education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field?
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree or 60 college credits
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- I do not have a degree in any of the fields listed or in a related field.
03
How many years of professional experience in budgeting, accounting, and the analysis and forecasting of revenues and expenditures do you have?
- None
- Zero to less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five to less than six years
- Six to less than seven years
- Seven or more years
04
How much experience do you have developing, monitoring, or administering budgets for a government agency or public-sector organization?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Three to four years
- Five or more years
05
How much experience do you have analyzing and forecasting revenues and expenditures as part of your professional responsibilities?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Three to four years
- Five or more years
06
How much experience do you have preparing written reports, presentations, or recommendations related to budgets, financial analysis, or fiscal planning?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Three to four years
- Five or more years
07
Which of the following best describes your experience creating and managing budgets in a public-sector environment?
- No public-sector budgeting experience
- Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring
- Independently prepared and managed departmental budgets
- Managed multiple budgets or organization-wide budgeting activities
08
How much experience do you have providing financial, budget, or accounting support to internal or external customers, departments, or stakeholders?
- No experience
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Three to four years
- Five or more years
09
This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following range: $71,260.80-$89,065.60. Are you okay with that pay range?
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