Financial Analyst 1

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$55,000•Remote

About The Position

Under the direction of the Financial Analyst III in the DCS Budget Office, this position serves as an entry level (0-2 years experience) position that is assigned to one or more specialized/smaller level programs. The analyst performs detailed fiscal analysis for all assigned area and serves as the primary point of contact for their assigned programs. The position prepares a variety of fiscal and operating reports and completes assignments in a timely manner with a quality work product. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

Governmental accounting and fiscal principles
Budgeting, analysis, financial reporting, and project accounting
Transparency with regards to data/facts
Financial modeling and analytical skills for budgeting and forecasting combined with an attention to detail
Office practices and procedures
Excellent verbal, written (including highly visual PowerPoint skills), and interpersonal communications skills
Quantitative analysis
Problem solving
Analysis of financial data
Demonstrate a high degree of analytical skills
Process competence and business acumen in order to drive creation and maintenance of value-added dashboards, cyclic financial processes and actionable reports
Define, implement, document and adhere to policies and procedures
The ability to secure and maintain clearance from the DCS Central Registry.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

BS/BA Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field OR 2 years of related experience in a Finance capacity.
Analytical experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Enters budget and expenditure correction documents in AFIS. Comprehends budget and grant AFIS system information. Understands DCS chart of account elements and create pivot tables with assistance of senior analysts.
Supports the Financial Analyst II and III developing the annual budget request by compiling historical expenditure data and entering it in Budget Development System.
Compiles expenditure, appropriation, and obligations data to monitor financial information. Meets with Senior Financial Analysts to help interpret gathered financial information and review expenditure trends, anticipated needs for assigned smaller level DCS programs.
Monitors and research expenditures for the purpose of understanding fiscal position and assist senior analysts in preparing reports for assigned programs.
Assist preparing reports and budget materials for meeting with the budget leadership.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.