Financial Analyst

Financial AnalystUnder general supervision, the Financial Analyst will assist with the financial management of the City resources. The incumbent will be responsible for development of financial models and providing statistical and analytical support, financial projections and completing special projects as assigned.Works under the direction of the Department Head or designee; may exercise supervisory responsibility.The Financial Analyst works under minimal direction within a framework of general guidelines, goals and objectives. This class performs complex analytical work requiring a full understanding of accounting, financial and fiscal concepts and procedures.The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job.

Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Produce accurate weekly, monthly quarterly and annual reports identifying trends and performanceMonitor performance against budget forecasts, strategic targets and outcomes.Provide guidance and expertise to managers for the development and review of the annual budget.Develop, maintain and distribute ad-hoc reports and financial models as neededMonitor and implement changes and processes to ensure compliance of new legislation and/or new requirements impacting the assigned Department.Represent the City at special events, functions and conferences when necessaryOversee account reconciliations and grants management for assigned projectsConduct research and complete required reportsProvide audit support and respond to requests for documentation for internal and external auditsAssist in conducting year end closing and final analysisAssist in budget process for assigned Department,Train, guide and supervise assigned staffAttend and participate in professional meetings, stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fieldPerforms related duties and responsibilities as assignedCreate charts and graphs to include professionally visual representation of financial data within reportsEnsure accurate descriptions and accounting information within Staff Reports and ResolutionsProvide technical and substantive direction to staff on financial matters.Possession of a Bachelor ' s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration or a related field; AND three (3) years of experience conducting financial research, conducting budget analysis, performing financial analysis and forecasting is required.Municipal government and accounting/GAAP practicesAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelProject ManagementSupervision of personnelConducting research and preparing reports and recommendationsProcesses for developing and administering budgets.Computer hardware, software and peripherals related to area of assignment.Record keeping and file maintenance methods, practices and procedures.Reconciliation practices and data analysisPreparing correspondence, reports and various other types of documentsWorking with large financial data using a variety of business programs and software.Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.Utilizing online training calendars and training newsletters to communicate training opportunities.Exercising diplomacy, tact, and good judgment consistentlyAssessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demandsAbility to complete projects timely and accuratelyOperating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.Interpreting rules, laws and policies and applying them in a variety of situations.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, City departments, elected officials, outside agencies, union officials, and the general public.Work is primarily performed indoors in a standard office environment. Work requires frequent light lifting, sorting, filing and typing.

Moderate finger dexterity and near vision is required May be exposed to minor amounts of dust and occasional sounds of office equipment running.