City of Springfield, Ohio
Overview
The City of Springfield is currently accepting applications for the unclassified position of
Financial Analyst . The City's Finance Department is seeking a team player who is flexible, reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoys collaborating with a professional team in a fast-paced environment. Under the general direction of the Assistant Finance Director, the Financial Analyst will perform a variety of financial tasks across disciplines such as accounts receivable, general accounting, procurement, contract compliance, budgeting, grants administration, fiscal management, and financial planning. Responsibilities
Review and analyze current and proposed departmental budgets. Research information regarding specific operations or budgeted programs. Assist in the budget process through coordination with departments and implementation of budget assumptions and themes. Act as budget liaison to all departments; monitor, forecast, and identify revenues and expenditures; evaluate the short- and long-term impacts of budget adjustments. Develop various financial statements and reports for internal management and external reporting purposes. Perform financial activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including budget, general accounting, cash and debt management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant management; compile and analyze financial information; prepare budget transfers and journal entries; perform financial forecasting and reconciliations; prepare financial statements and reports; and make sound financial recommendations. Assist in maintaining accounting systems, including program and project maintenance. Assist with the City’s financial programs; may assist with aspects of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); audit City funds and accounts. Audit contracts to ensure compliance with adopted policies and procedures. Assist in reviewing contractor invoices for contractual compliance. Perform all other finance-related duties and special projects as assigned. Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
OR
Associate’s Degree and two years of experience in a finance-related position
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge
Data collection, research, and fiscal audit methods, designs, and techniques; Mathematics and statistics as applied to budgetary control and financial management; General governmental financial and budgetary principles and practices; Automated accounting systems, word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; Methods and techniques of financial management, budget preparation, and analysis; Federal, state, and local laws and regulations as applied to budget and financial management. Skills
Researching, analyzing, interpreting, and auditing financial and budgetary data and preparing reports on findings; Developing logical conclusions and preparing recommendations; Performing applicable statistical and mathematical analysis; Identifying budgetary problems and developing concise recommendations for revision and improvement; Using a computer to produce reports and spreadsheets; Analyzing management systems and operating efficiencies; Using computer-based resources to facilitate assigned work. Ability to
Self-motivate, exercise initiative and judgement in carrying out tasks; Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats; Work independently and within a team environment to achieve results; Collaborate with others to achieve shared goals; Work in a fast-paced environment; Handle and maintain confidential information; Comprehend complex documents such as contracts, statutes and regulations; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, vendors, other government agencies and the general public; Adapt to a changing and dynamic environment, quickly assimilate and apply information, prioritize tasks, and establish work processes to ensure timely completion of projects with attention to detail; Learn quickly when facing new problems and apply solutions to unfamiliar tasks. Note:
Resume strongly suggested with application submission. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close at any time once a qualified candidate has been identified.
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The City of Springfield is currently accepting applications for the unclassified position of
Financial Analyst . The City's Finance Department is seeking a team player who is flexible, reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoys collaborating with a professional team in a fast-paced environment. Under the general direction of the Assistant Finance Director, the Financial Analyst will perform a variety of financial tasks across disciplines such as accounts receivable, general accounting, procurement, contract compliance, budgeting, grants administration, fiscal management, and financial planning. Responsibilities
Review and analyze current and proposed departmental budgets. Research information regarding specific operations or budgeted programs. Assist in the budget process through coordination with departments and implementation of budget assumptions and themes. Act as budget liaison to all departments; monitor, forecast, and identify revenues and expenditures; evaluate the short- and long-term impacts of budget adjustments. Develop various financial statements and reports for internal management and external reporting purposes. Perform financial activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including budget, general accounting, cash and debt management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant management; compile and analyze financial information; prepare budget transfers and journal entries; perform financial forecasting and reconciliations; prepare financial statements and reports; and make sound financial recommendations. Assist in maintaining accounting systems, including program and project maintenance. Assist with the City’s financial programs; may assist with aspects of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); audit City funds and accounts. Audit contracts to ensure compliance with adopted policies and procedures. Assist in reviewing contractor invoices for contractual compliance. Perform all other finance-related duties and special projects as assigned. Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
OR
Associate’s Degree and two years of experience in a finance-related position
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge
Data collection, research, and fiscal audit methods, designs, and techniques; Mathematics and statistics as applied to budgetary control and financial management; General governmental financial and budgetary principles and practices; Automated accounting systems, word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; Methods and techniques of financial management, budget preparation, and analysis; Federal, state, and local laws and regulations as applied to budget and financial management. Skills
Researching, analyzing, interpreting, and auditing financial and budgetary data and preparing reports on findings; Developing logical conclusions and preparing recommendations; Performing applicable statistical and mathematical analysis; Identifying budgetary problems and developing concise recommendations for revision and improvement; Using a computer to produce reports and spreadsheets; Analyzing management systems and operating efficiencies; Using computer-based resources to facilitate assigned work. Ability to
Self-motivate, exercise initiative and judgement in carrying out tasks; Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats; Work independently and within a team environment to achieve results; Collaborate with others to achieve shared goals; Work in a fast-paced environment; Handle and maintain confidential information; Comprehend complex documents such as contracts, statutes and regulations; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, vendors, other government agencies and the general public; Adapt to a changing and dynamic environment, quickly assimilate and apply information, prioritize tasks, and establish work processes to ensure timely completion of projects with attention to detail; Learn quickly when facing new problems and apply solutions to unfamiliar tasks. Note:
Resume strongly suggested with application submission. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close at any time once a qualified candidate has been identified.
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