Budget & Finance Analyst Senior

City of Charlotte • College Park, MD

1d • $68,455 - $85,569

About The Position

This position performs budgetary, accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting in support of the Charlotte Water Budget & Finance Team. Tasks are of moderate complexity and scope alongside a team of coworkers performing complementary and sometimes overlapping activities. Residing in an operations department servicing critical infrastructure, the role may need to adapt to organizational needs that sometimes require prompt attention. The salary for this position is $77,012.10 - $85,568.99 commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years of professional work experience performing governmental financial/accounting functions and demonstrating analytical and quantitative skills preferably in a public sector setting of relevant experience OR 2 Year College degree in business administration, accounting, public administration and 3 years of professional work experience performing governmental financial/accounting functions and demonstrating analytical and quantitative skills preferably in a public sector setting of relevant experience OR Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, and 1 year of professional work experience performing governmental financial/accounting functions and demonstrating analytical and quantitative skills preferably in a public sector setting of relevant experience
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting and fund accounting systems.
• Knowledge of GASB Statements and their application to a proprietary fund.
• Knowledge of how to compile, interpret, and investigate statistical compilations and variances.
• Knowledge of Workday, Microsoft Office products, and SharePoint.
• Skill in communicating in written, one-on-one, small group, and presentation situations.
• Skill in the self-management of duties and tasks, including reprioritizing and communicating obstacles to manager.
• Skill in using Microsoft Excel, data reporting applications, and data visualization tools (ex. Power BI, Tableau).
• Skill in data validation and quality control.
• Ability to analyze financial transaction systems to identify internal controls and problems as well as offer potential solutions.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, listen actively, and persuade others to accept recommendations.
• Ability to research, obtain, and provide information with accuracy and clarity.
• Ability to learn new applications and technology tools, and incorporate them into their work in an ethical and practical manner.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Local Government Finance Officer (CLGFO)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar certification earned

Responsibilities

• Heavy involvement with the development of the department’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) which can include data collection and validation, drafting footnotes and schedules, and ensuring GASB compliant disclosures.
• Preparing reporting at various intervals (monthly, quarterly, annual, etc.) that support organization leadership and tracks key performance indicators, and consistently seeking ways to improve their timeliness, accuracy, and presentation.
• Facilitates the completion of industry and regulatory surveys.
• Translates complex financial information for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Supports review of capital projects and operating accounts to properly record capitalization/expense of transactions.
• Monitoring requirements related to government financial reporting and collaborating with coworkers to effectively implement modifications to maintain compliance.
• Assists in the development, improvement, and implementation of the department’s finance related policies and procedures.
• Proactively identify risks to internal controls and ways to mitigate them, and assist with fulfilling audit requests.
• Supports the procurement card program for the department, may review department transactions, and ensure accuracy before submittal.
• Performs informal, internal audits of financial and related areas.
• Coordinates with internal groups, City Finance, and other departments to improve processes and resolve problems.
• Maintains adequate working papers and documentation relative to the task or assignment and supports record management best practices.
• Provides training in support of financial related activities/processes.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
• Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees