Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst shall analyze past and current financial performance to advise the city on its financial strategy.  This position shall report directly to the City Controller/Utility Chief Financial Officer (CFO). They will also be expected to work closely with the City Controller/Utility CFO to ensure completion of the Annual Financial Report

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Shall assist the City Controller/Utility CFO and lead revenue collections throughout multiple departments
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports
• Complete monthly bank reconciliation according to utility/city policy
• Develop financial plans and reports for department heads and managers
• Analyze industry trends and makes recommendations based on those trends
• Evaluate capital expenditures and depreciation
• Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools for more efficient use of data
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

• Judgment and Decision Making -Uses logic and reasoning to analyze, understand, and evaluate complex situations.  Identifies the strengths and weaknesses of alternative approaches or solutions to a situation.  Exercises appropriate judgment in establishing priorities.
• Interpersonal Relationships - Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees at all levels, representatives from various departments, and outside agencies. Effectively responds to and resolves complex inquiries and disputes.
• Computer Skills - Utilization of modern office technology, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, and related software with reasonable speed and accuracy, as it is related to the position. 
• Communication - Excellent ability to listen and understand information presented verbally and in writing.  Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner.
• Coordination of Work - Ability to plan and organize a daily work routine and establish priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 1 – 3 years of professional experience as a financial analyst, accountant or auditor.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certificate preferred, not required.
• Principles and practices of fiscal management; working knowledge of fund accounting
• Modern office technology

An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. This position requires satisfactory results from a pre-employment medical evaluation to include substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.

·         Full-time, civilian, hourly position.

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Voluntary policies.

·         Paid Holidays, earned vacation and sick time.