Budget Analyst II - Aviation Department

ABOUT THIS POSITIONThe Aviation Department manages and operates the Phoenix Airport System which consists of Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Deer Valley (DVT), and Goodyear (GYR) airports (Airports). PHX is among the busiest airports in the United States and the largest airport in the Phoenix Airport System. In 2025, over 50 million passengers traveled through PHX, underscoring the airport's scale and operational complexity. The Phoenix Airport System serves more than 125,000 passengers daily, supports over 1,200 flights per day, and generates an estimated $44 billion in total economic impact annually.The Aviation Department has a vacancy for a Budget Analyst II position. This position performs advanced professional fiscal analysis research and reporting in support of the preparation and administration of the Aviation Department's annual operating budget.Duties also include:Review base budget requests, recommend funding levels, and prepare clear, detailed explanations of budget changes.Assists with and participates in department's budgetary process.Evaluate budget estimates for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures and regulations.Coordinates the preparation of the detail budget documents with staff, divisions, and other departments.Provides guidance and technical support in cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget development.Prepares budget summary schedules and departmental funding requests.Resolves budget issues for multiple major divisions.Compile and present recommendations regarding approval or denial of funding requests.Reviews financial and budgetary information for Requests for Council Action, contracts, and related documents.Supervise a small accounting team responsible for accounts payable.Using computer skills to prepare and report on budget activity and analysis.Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or coordinating small accounting team.Performing special projects requiring comprehensive analysis.Providing periodic training to department staff on procurement and accounts payable responsibilities.IDEAL CANDIDATEKnowledge of budgetary and financial software and systems.Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.Perform independently using judgment based upon a broader background of experience.SALARYPay Range: $74,796 to $105,248 annually.Hiring Range: $74,796 to $90,916 annually.Pay Range Explanation:* Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.* Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.Internal Only: Please understand that this is pay grade 058. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.Your job classification can be found in eCHRIS > Personal Details under your name, located in the top left section of the page.The pay grade and classification/unit of your current position may be found by looking up your job title on the job description page.BENEFITSA comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributionsChoice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plansMedical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health PlanWellness incentive of up to $720 annuallyDental, vision, and life insurance optionsEmployer paid long-term disabilityFree Bus/light rail passTuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per yearPaid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave daysPaid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month periodFederal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through SaviFor more details, visit: Unit 007 BenefitsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThree years of experience in governmental budgetary and finance activities.Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, statistics, or related field.Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.Working conditions:Works more than forty hours in a workweek without additional compensation to perform assigned job duties, including weekends, evenings, early morning hours, and holidays as required.All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.The following list is not all inclusive, but are TSA general factors for disqualification of employment for working at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Other factors will be assessed that may also lead to disqualification. Qualified candidates should consider these factors when applying. Aviation Employment Disqualifiers.For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.The City job description can be found here.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSThe minimum qualifications listed above, plus:Experience working with SAP.Experience with contract monitoring.Experience creating and writing reports in Excel.Experience working in a fast-paced environment.Experience with budgetary processes and analysis.Experience preparing complex budget documents for multiple funding sources.Experience supervising professional and/or paraprofessional accounting staff.Experience researching and analyzing financial data to make budget recommendations.Experience evaluating expenditure estimates and recommending necessary adjustments.RECRUITMENT DATESRecruitment closes April 09, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.HOW TO APPLYApply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.WE ARE HERE TO HELPJob interviews may be held by video or audio conference.If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options.Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information.Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix.Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities.If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.REFERENCEBudget Analyst II, JC:05440, ID# 61036, 03/30/2026, USM, GO, Benefits:007Building the Phoenix of tomorrow.#DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWorkCity of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.