Remote Municipal Finance Revenue Analyst Job Description

Make a Real-World Impact from Anywhere

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for public sector innovation? Are you looking to apply your financial expertise in a role that directly impacts communities across the country, without leaving the comfort of your home? As a Remote Municipal Finance Revenue Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in evaluating revenue performance, enhancing fiscal strategy, and shaping decisions that support community development and sustainability. With an annual salary of $88,111 and the flexibility of remote work, this opportunity is designed for forward-thinking analysts who are eager to take on meaningful challenges in a technologically advanced environment.

About the Role: Driving Fiscal Excellence in the Digital Era

In this position, you’ll help municipalities unlock more innovative financial solutions using cutting-edge analytical tools and data visualization platforms. From revenue forecasting and trend analysis to economic modeling and reporting, your work will enable local governments to make evidence-based decisions. Your insights will contribute to more effective budgeting, enhanced services, and long-term fiscal stability.

We are looking for someone who combines technical proficiency with a strategic mindset—a professional who can connect intricate data infrastructure with meaningful financial planning.

Key Responsibilities: Translate Data into Smart Decisions

• Analyze and project municipal revenues using advanced forecasting models and regression techniques.
• Monitor financial metrics, detect anomalies, and recommend solutions to optimize tax collections and fee structures.
• Design interactive dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau for real-time revenue tracking.
• Collaborate with public finance leaders, city administrators, and policy planners to develop revenue enhancement strategies.
• Run forecasting simulations and financial resilience assessments to understand the fiscal impact of policy proposals or market fluctuations.
• Maintain alignment with applicable financial policies and documentation guidelines such as GASB and GFOA best practices.
• Automate recurring reports and data queries using SQL or Python-based scripts to reduce manual effort.
• Present key findings and trend interpretations in executive-ready visual formats for budget presentations.

Your Future Work Environment: Remote, Collaborative, and Impactful

This is a fully remote position designed to support work-life balance while fostering high productivity and engagement. You'll be integrated into a collaborative team of analysts and civic technologists who share a passion for innovation in municipal finance.

• Regular team syncs, conducted via Zoom and Slack, ensure seamless real-time updates and collaboration.
• Digital task coordination platforms, such as Trello or Asana, help you stay organized and transparent.
• Access to secure financial data through encrypted platforms ensures both efficiency and compliance.
• A culture that prioritizes accountability, creative problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Tools & Technologies You'll Use

• Analytics Platforms: Tableau, Power BI, Looker
• Programming & Query Languages: SQL, Python, R (for advanced modeling and automation)
• Accounting Software: Oracle Financials, SAP, or Tyler Technologies
• Forecasting Models: ARIMA, time series regression, and Monte Carlo simulations
• Collaboration Tools: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace
• Project Management: Trello, Asana, Jira

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in public sector finance, revenue analysis, or municipal budgeting.
• Proficiency in interpreting financial statements and government revenue reports.
• Solid knowledge of local taxation models, grants, and intergovernmental transfers.
• Familiarity with CAFR and fund accounting principles.
• Strong quantitative and data storytelling skills.
• Experience creating data visualizations that influence decision-makers.
• Capable of self-managing tasks in a virtual environment while staying accountable to team goals.

Career Growth & Advancement

This position offers robust opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Analysts who demonstrate leadership and high performance may move into roles such as Senior Revenue Analyst, Finance Manager, or Director of Municipal Analytics.

You will also receive ongoing training in:

• Machine learning applications in public finance
• Fiscal sustainability frameworks
• Public budgeting innovations

Why This Role is Different

Unlike traditional finance roles that are often reactive, this position empowers you to shape revenue strategy proactively. It is ideal for professionals who thrive on purpose, precision, and public impact. Your work will help communities thrive by funding essential services, from infrastructure improvements to social programs.

Make the Move. Shape Tomorrow’s Cities.

Are you ready to bring your analytical talent to a mission-driven, remote-first role where innovation meets impact? Apply today and become part of a future-focused team reshaping the financial health of municipalities across the nation.

Call to Action: Empower Local Communities with Your Expertise

Take charge of your career while making a measurable difference. If you're ready to elevate municipal revenue strategies and unlock powerful financial insights—from anywhere in the country—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and redefine what it means to be a civic finance leader in the digital age.