Administrative Analyst (Provisional Appointment)
County of Alameda Oakland, CA, USA
- Location: Oakland, CA, USA
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Administration and Management, Administrative Analysis and Research, Public Information and Intergovernmental Affairs, Other
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Oct 16, 2025
Job Description:
Administrative Analyst (Provisional Appointment)
Description
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Comes with hands-on experience in policy, budgeting, financial analysis, or fiscal planning (e.g. governmental, nonprofit, corporate).
- Can dive into spreadsheets, forecasts, and financial systems with ease, transforming data into clear insight and actionable recommendations.
- Communicates well—able to translate technical numbers into compelling narratives for stakeholders, management, or the public.
- Thinks strategically, but can also roll up their sleeves and dig into the details when needed.
- Is flexible, collaborative, and thrives in a dynamic public sector environment where priorities shift and every project matters.
Core Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and monitor departmental and capital budgets.
- Conduct financial analyses, trend forecasts, and variance reports.
- Assist with midyear and year-end reviews, and recommend adjustments.
- Support development of budgets, policies, guidelines, and financial standards.
- Liaise with departments, leadership, auditors, and external partners to gather data, clarify assumptions, and resolve issues.
What We Offer
- A chance to make real impact in your community through meaningful work.
- Exposure to high-level financial decision-making and cross-department collaboration.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development support.
- A team-oriented, mission-driven environment that values innovation and accountability.