Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00155

Department: Finance

Job classification: Budget and Financial Planning Analyst, Senior

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Tax Administration

Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Finance Department manages the financial activities of the County in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards, with prudence, integrity, and transparency. The Department is comprised of four sections with 20.50 FTE: Accounting and Financial Reporting, Budget and Financial Planning, Tax Collection, and Procurement Office. The Budget & Financial Planning section has 3.00 FTE. The Senior Budget & Financial Planning Analyst position is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and collaborative professional to contribute to the success of the central Budget Office and County organization.

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

As the Sr. Budget & Financial Planning Analyst, you will support the County's goals and objectives by administering the County budget process, developing a variety of budget documents and reports, analyzing data, including financial models and rate structures, identifying discrepancies or trends, forecasting, evaluation of long-term financial plans, resolving technical issues, and providing decision support and technical services to County leadership and departments. The Sr. Budget & Financial Planning Analyst is distinguished by complexity of duties which require more advanced analytical skills and in-depth knowledge; may supervise others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and publish the proposed and adopted County budget document and various budget publications.
• Provide budget administration and monitor throughout the fiscal year.
• Work directly with Departmental/Elected Official staff in developing their budgets and financial proposals, incorporating data from forecast models, long-term financial plans, and capital improvement projects.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Government finance and budgeting, specifically Oregon Local Budget Law.
• Processes for preparing and administering budgets.
• Financial analysis and forecasting methods and techniques.
• Effective data research techniques, statistical analysis, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and present complex financial information.

Skill in:

• Development, implementation, and monitoring of the County’s budget.
• Producing professionally written documents with clearly organized thoughts and concepts.
• Interpreting and applying budget and accounting standards and procedures, applicable federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies and procedures.
• Analyzing administrative and operational data and issues, interpreting policies and regulations, evaluating alternatives, and recommending changes based on findings.
• Researching, analyzing and compiling financial data for complete, comprehensive, and accurate reports and documents.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
• Developing financial analyses that illustrate trade-offs and possible consequences of actions to assist managers with decisions.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Examples of duties

$8,672.73 to $11,622.28 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.

Attention all candidates: please make sure your application includes all job history, education, training, certifications, licenses, and other relevant experience, as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity. Resumes will not be reviewed.

BENEFITS:

Our robust healthcare package covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Business or Public Administration;
• AND five (5) years of public sector financial and budget analysis, forecasting, and budget preparation experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Power Query, or scripting languages such as SQL.
• Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with information systems, specifically experience with Tyler Munis and Workiva.
• Experience in public budgeting within a local government organization in accordance with Oregon Local Budget Law.

Supplemental information

The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Physical Requirements. Must have the ability to work in an office that is environmentally controlled; possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment. The position is frequently required to sit, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.