Job Description
Posting number: 106081
Department: Finance & Administration
Job classification: Senior Budget Analyst
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration, Accounting and Finance
Summary
We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.
The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a mission-driven leader in affordable housing, headquartered on Elliott Avenue West with sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound. With additional field offices across Seattle, we’re committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.
The position: We’re looking for a Senior Budget Analyst to join our team! This role is perfect for someone with experience handling complex financial analysis, making program decisions, and preparing budgets for a wide range of functional areas
The Location: 101 Elliot Ave W, Seattle WA 98119
The ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in such fields as Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Public Administration, or related field
- Six years of work experience in public sector budgeting, finance, accounting, or related experience
- Relevant Master's degree and/or CPA license with independent audit experience preferred, but not required
What will you do?
- Provide technical expertise and independent technical knowledge in accounting, auditing and forecasting practices and terminology applicable to public and private sector accounting
- Prepare financial forecasts for SHA funds and departments using financial forecasting methodology
- Perform varied and complex accounting and budget analyses requiring independent judgment
- Analyze multi-million dollar budget requests, including analysis of program plans, organizational changes and legislative impacts
- Write clear and concise reports explaining financial matters and budget issues to non-financial personnel
- Recognize and identify policy and program issues and financial issues
- Review, investigate, and explain budget variances to department directors
For additional information on the job, please see the full job description.
How to Apply: To apply, complete the online NeoGov application by clicking the Apply button in the upper right-hand corner of this posting.
Application Tips:
- Update the Work Experience and Education sections with your most current information. Note: SHA does not accept external attachments such as resumes or cover letters.
- Complete the Agency-Wide questions. Even if you’ve applied to SHA before, please review and update your responses.
- Respond to any Supplemental Questions, if applicable.
Why Should You Apply?
- Our Culture: SHA offers a supportive, energetic workplace where collaboration and growth thrive. Our talented team has helped make us a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development.
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
- Generous paid leave and holidays
- Work-Life Balance
- Reasonable hours
- Opportunity for part-time remote work (dependent on the position)
- Professional Development
- On-the-job training and growth opportunities
Our Commitment to Equity
SHA values your unique background and perspective - we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Learn more in our diversity and application equity statement.
