Washington County, Oregon
Overview
Washington County's Land Use & Transportation is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Administrative Services Division. The Position
The Senior Financial Analyst supervises 3 Financial Analysts who manage budgets for Capital Project Services, Engineering, Traffic and Survey, Operations and Maintenance divisions of LUT. This role shares responsibility for budget development and monitoring and provides department financial support including the development of the fee schedule, department cost plan development, cash flow analysis on special and capital funds, state financial reporting, and annual asset reporting. The role interprets budget requirements, follows state budget laws and County budget compliance requirements, reviews historical data, and predicts future trends related to financial forecasting. If you have a strategic mind, strong communication skills, and enjoy cross-team collaboration, we encourage you to apply. Ideal Candidate
Will have knowledge of: Public budgeting, fiscal management, and administration Governmental finance and accounting practices, principles, and procedures GAAP and GASB rules Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of financial analysis and forecasting Workday, Questica (cloud) Will have the skills to: Be a leader in managing financial data and budgets Be a self-starter with strong organizational skills Be solution-oriented, collaborative, strengths-based, and innovative approach Will have the ability to: Reconcile data and present findings to a wide audience Understand and apply applicable Federal, State, and local laws Communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others Exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues Work accurately under pressure and time constraints Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions Analyze, organize, and interpret data from various sources, draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations Maintain and balance a variety of financial records, ledgers, accounts, and associated files Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, follow the link: Senior Financial Analyst. Education and Experience: A Master’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR A Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR An Associate’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, of which at least four (4) years of this experience must be in the public sector and includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note:
Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. Steps of the process
Apply today!
In lieu of a resume, complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications and to determine starting pay in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law. MQ Review:
Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Additional preferred qualification screening may be applied depending on the number of applications received. Panel Interview(s):
Candidates who pass the screening step(s) will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Reference Checks:
We will conduct reference checks for the final candidate(s), generally 3-4 professional references. Conditional Offer of Appointment:
Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the final candidate(s) and the hiring manager will extend a conditional offer of appointment. Post-Offer Check:
The final candidate will be required to successfully clear a third-party background check as a pre-employment condition. If offered for a bilingual position, additional oral and written bilingual proficiency tests are required. Start Date:
A start date will be determined after all pre-employment conditions have been met. Status of Your Application You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process. Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you opt out of or unsubscribe from email notifications, it may impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. Our commitment to you Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans’ Preference Points. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606, or e-mail Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Questions Regarding This Recruitment Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov Additional Resources New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *
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Washington County's Land Use & Transportation is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Administrative Services Division. The Position
The Senior Financial Analyst supervises 3 Financial Analysts who manage budgets for Capital Project Services, Engineering, Traffic and Survey, Operations and Maintenance divisions of LUT. This role shares responsibility for budget development and monitoring and provides department financial support including the development of the fee schedule, department cost plan development, cash flow analysis on special and capital funds, state financial reporting, and annual asset reporting. The role interprets budget requirements, follows state budget laws and County budget compliance requirements, reviews historical data, and predicts future trends related to financial forecasting. If you have a strategic mind, strong communication skills, and enjoy cross-team collaboration, we encourage you to apply. Ideal Candidate
Will have knowledge of: Public budgeting, fiscal management, and administration Governmental finance and accounting practices, principles, and procedures GAAP and GASB rules Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of financial analysis and forecasting Workday, Questica (cloud) Will have the skills to: Be a leader in managing financial data and budgets Be a self-starter with strong organizational skills Be solution-oriented, collaborative, strengths-based, and innovative approach Will have the ability to: Reconcile data and present findings to a wide audience Understand and apply applicable Federal, State, and local laws Communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others Exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues Work accurately under pressure and time constraints Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions Analyze, organize, and interpret data from various sources, draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations Maintain and balance a variety of financial records, ledgers, accounts, and associated files Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, follow the link: Senior Financial Analyst. Education and Experience: A Master’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR A Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR An Associate’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification; OR Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, of which at least four (4) years of this experience must be in the public sector and includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note:
Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. Steps of the process
Apply today!
In lieu of a resume, complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications and to determine starting pay in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law. MQ Review:
Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Additional preferred qualification screening may be applied depending on the number of applications received. Panel Interview(s):
Candidates who pass the screening step(s) will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Reference Checks:
We will conduct reference checks for the final candidate(s), generally 3-4 professional references. Conditional Offer of Appointment:
Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the final candidate(s) and the hiring manager will extend a conditional offer of appointment. Post-Offer Check:
The final candidate will be required to successfully clear a third-party background check as a pre-employment condition. If offered for a bilingual position, additional oral and written bilingual proficiency tests are required. Start Date:
A start date will be determined after all pre-employment conditions have been met. Status of Your Application You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process. Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you opt out of or unsubscribe from email notifications, it may impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. Our commitment to you Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans’ Preference Points. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606, or e-mail Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Questions Regarding This Recruitment Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov Additional Resources New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *
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