Financial Analyst I

New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation • City of Albany, NY

2d • $70,139 - $74,750 • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), a public benefit corporation, aids local governments and other eligible applicants throughout New York State to undertake critical water quality infrastructure projects by providing access to low-cost financing capital, grants, and expert technical assistance. EFC is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values respect, diversity, and the unique perspectives of all individuals. To support our employees, EFC provides an outstanding benefits package similar to that offered to New York State employees. Our total compensation package includes, but is not limited to, leave benefits (Paid Parental Leave, 13 holidays and paid vacation, sick, and personal leave); a comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans; and membership in the NYS and Local Retirement System, which is a defined benefit plan.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Project Management, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, as determined by the Corporation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with careful attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks within prescribed deadlines
• Knowledge of mathematical and financial concepts and the ability to work with numerical data requiring accuracy
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive work products
• Ability to adhere to protocols, contribute to process improvements, and identify and assess operational risks
• Experience in analyzing budgets, financial statements, and audit reports
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences in a professional manner
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel, and the ability to work with a database. Should be experienced with Excel formulas, sorting, and filtering, and designing and using spreadsheets
• Strong technical and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Review loan and grant applications for completeness and accuracy and collect any missing financing-related information from municipalities.
• Summarize the economic and financial condition of SRF applicants, verify the project budget, and follow program guidelines and regulations to confirm the appropriate use of SRF and/or State sources of funds.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with municipal officials and their consultants. Provide consistent and superior client service from initial project planning to completion.
• In coordination with other EFC Divisions, manage all aspects of assigned projects through EFC’s internal processes to facilitate the timely execution of financing and grant agreements.
• Verify that adequate and eligible documentation has been submitted to support the disbursement of project funds. Maintain database records for all invoices, contracts, agreements, and change orders submitted in support of disbursement requests, refinancings and the overall plan of finance.
• Participate in Community Assistance Team events. Teams provide on-site and virtual consultations to help communities across the state begin project planning, submit funding applications, and see projects through to completion.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• 13 holidays
• paid vacation
• sick leave
• personal leave
• comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• membership in the NYS and Local Retirement System, which is a defined benefit plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level