Senior Budget Analyst - Finance (Hybrid)

Job Posting End Date: July 13, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 07/13/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The mission of the Anoka County Finance department is to enrich our community by providing quality services and assuring financial integrity. The department has an immediate opening for a Senior Budget Analyst who will perform various duties, such as annual Anoka County budget preparations. This position is responsible for overseeing financial resources, allocation of funds, preparing budget analysis and reports, monitoring spending and creating cost-benefits analyses for Anoka County.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of July 20th, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.

• Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Senior Budget Analyst:

• Partners with leaders in preparing and developing the annual budget by providing analysis and guidance throughout the process.

• Review budget proposals to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with County policies and alignment with strategic priorities.

• Evaluate funding requests for necessity, merit and long-term fiscal impact, provide funding recommendations.

• Prepare complex budget reports and analyses, including fund balance projections, budget variance analysis and debt service analysis.

• Ensure adherence to the budgeted levels and fund balance projections.

• Administer Anoka County’s performance measurements and evaluate the impact of changes proposed through Federal and State mandates, laws, statutes, and accounting pronouncements.

• Forecast fund balance levels to recommend reserve designations and tax levy requirements during the budget process.

• Explain budget and financial policies, procedures and concepts to leaders and finance team.

• Develop recommendations for budget-related policies, process improvements, and long-range financial planning.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group promoting a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Four years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in finance, budget analysis, or a closely related field.

• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field.

• Six years (2,080 annual hours) or more of job-related experience in finance, budget analysis, or a closely related field.

• Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accou