Senior Consultant - Financial Analyst

OverviewBerryDunn is seeking a Senior Consultant with expertise in municipal financial analysis to join its Parks, Recreation, and Libraries (PRL) Practice. This role will support a growing portfolio of financial services work that includes standalone financial studies, cost-of-service and cost recovery analyses, fee studies, financial sustainability assessments, and integrated financial planning components within broader parks, recreation, library, and local government consulting engagements. The Senior Consultant will serve as a lead analyst on complex projects, helping clients evaluate financial performance, develop data-driven strategies, and make informed decisions regarding service delivery, funding, and long-term sustainability. Working closely with PRL's financial services and library practice leaders, this individual will contribute to project delivery, methodology development, and knowledge sharing while building expertise in BerryDunn's consulting approaches and tools. Over time, the position offers a pathway to managing and leading independent financial consulting engagements, supporting business development, and helping expand BerryDunn's municipal financial advisory capabilities. This role is ideal for a professional who combines strong financial and analytical skills with a passion for helping local governments solve complex operational and financial challenges.  Travel Expectations: Travel to client sites can reach up to 50% in a year. You Will

• Conduct municipal financial analyses related to fees, charges, cost recovery, cost of service, financial sustainability, and long-range financial planning.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, benchmarking analyses, and data-driven recommendations for local government clients.
• Analyze operational, financial, and demographic data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and strategic alternatives.
• Serve as the lead analyst on consulting engagements supporting parks and recreation agencies, library systems, and other municipal departments.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and client-ready reports, presentations, and supporting materials.
• Translate complex financial and technical information into practical recommendations for executives, department leaders, governing boards, and elected officials.
• Support economic impact analysis and contribute to the expansion of related advisory services.
• Participate in client interviews, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and presentations.
• Collaborate with project managers and subject matter experts to integrate financial analysis into broader organizational, operational, strategic, and master planning initiatives.
• Apply and continuously improve BerryDunn's financial methodologies, analytical tools, and consulting practices.
• Contribute to quality assurance and quality control efforts to help ensure accuracy, consistency, and excellence in project deliverables.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and serve as a valued advisor throughout project engagements.
• Support proposal development, business development activities, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Share knowledge and contribute to the development of internal financial analysis capabilities across the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Practice.
• Progressively assume responsibility for managing and leading standalone financial consulting projects.

You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of professional experience in municipal finance, local government consulting, public-sector budgeting, financial analysis, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience conducting financial analyses and developing recommendations for local government organizations.
• Experience with fee studies, cost recovery analyses, cost-of-service studies, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, or financial sustainability assessments.
• Strong understanding of local government operations, funding structures, budgeting practices, and service delivery models.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, data analysis, and scenario development.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex financial and operational data.
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, and client-ready deliverables for executive and public-sector audiences.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a consulting or client-service environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required for client engagements.

Preferred: 

• Master's degree in Public Administration (MPA), Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience working with parks and recreation agencies, library systems, or other local government departments.
• Experience conducting cost-of-service, fee, rate, or pricing studies.
• Experience with economic impact analysis or demonstrated interest in developing expertise in this area.
• Consulting experience serving public-sector clients.
• Experience presenting findings to elected officials, governing boards, commissions, or executive leadership teams.
• Professional certifications related to public finance, government management, or financial analysis.

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $100,000 - $130,000. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

BerryDunn Benefits & Culture

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

 

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. 

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. The firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.