Finance Business Analyst

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Finance Business Analyst assists with the daily operations of diverse financial duties within the Finance Division of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. The position may supervise or oversee administrative and/or accounting staff. After successful onboarding and training, the employee may have the opportunity to work an alternative schedule and/or telecommute. The Finance Division also provides paid educational and professional development training, and a Valley Metro Platinum Pass Card is available for commuting. The role supports accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, grant management, reporting, audits, contract compliance, and related departmental operations. It may also involve overseeing accounting staff and special projects when assigned. The position works primarily indoors and requires ethical conduct, professionalism, concentration, accuracy, and the ability to manage time pressures and high work volume.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
Two years of professional-level finance experience.
Other combinations of education or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
Possess a valid Arizona driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire.
Pass the required pre-employment background review.
Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures.
Skill in performing sophisticated analysis and interpreting financial performance.
Strong research and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prepare accounting and financial records.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, as appropriate for the audience.
Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships.
Ability to direct the workflow of others.

Nice To Haves

Experience with governmental and/or fund accounting concepts and government budgeting.
Experience working in a high-volume general ledger environment.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze financial and performance data using multiple information systems, and prepare summary reports for end users.
Prepare and post journal vouchers for necessary corrections.
Complete reconciliation analyses.
Review and investigate the financial and operational impact of operational activities, and compile summary reports.
Investigate discrepancies, identify solutions, provide recommendations based on sound accounting practices, and apply resolutions as appropriate.
Maintain ledgers, registers, initial-entry records, and control accounts.
Manage, monitor, ensure compliance for, and report on grants.
Research budget and financial matters; analyze budget-to-actual results using financial system reports and tools; and explain variances.
Ensure accurate and timely accounting, revenue, and expenditure forecasts, analysis, and reporting of departmental financial data.
Support daily departmental activities, including internal and external reporting and general accounting functions.
Review, process, and approve technical transactions.
Audit financial records, contracts, documents, and business processes.
Support contract compliance by reviewing expenditures against contracts for item or dollar-amount discrepancies.
Respond to information requests; review, investigate, and correct document and report errors; and provide technical information to staff as authorized.
Participate in financial audits and compliance reviews, including assisting with document compilation.
Assist with annual budget preparation and maintenance.
Supervise or oversee accounting staff and special projects when assigned.
Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports and billings associated with MCSO financial activity.
Serve as liaison between MCSO Finance and other County departments.
Research and compile board agenda and contract information.
Assist team members and perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Paid educational and professional development training.
Valley Metro Platinum Pass Card available for commuting.
Choice of three medical plans, starting as low as $70 per month.
Ten holidays per year plus one personal day.
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System.
Paid sick and parental leaves for birth or adoption.
10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley.
MCKids Club planned to serve County employees and their families.
MCSO Mentoring program for personal and professional growth.
Access to free County gyms.
Alternative schedule and/or telecommuting opportunity after successful onboarding and training.