Financial Analyst I

CITY OF COCOA BEACH•Cocoa Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an exempt position with a starting salary of $56,192.93 annually. Under general supervision, the Financial Analyst I is responsible for city-wide accounts payable and accounts receivable programs, conducts financial analysis across the Finance Department, researches city-wide financial matters, and performs professional activities and moderately complex technical accounting functions. The position reports directly to the Director and Deputy Director of Finance. The role coordinates procurement-related functions and manages assigned departmental purchasing and processing of procurement documents. It also oversees accounts receivable billings and related contracts, performs module reconciliations, prepares or controls journal entries, and supports monthly general ledger close. Other related work may include providing backup for other Finance Department functions.

Requirements

An associate of arts (AA) or associate of science (AS) degree, or 3 to 4 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a governmental setting; an equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.
Ability to operate computers, typewriters, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, and other listed machinery and equipment.
Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Coordinate city-wide administrative functions related to the procurement program.
Manage assigned departmental purchasing and process procurement documents, including vendor forms, invoices, encumbrances, purchasing inventory receipts, expenditure approval listings, check registers, accounts payable disbursement records, P-Card receipts, tax-exempt forms, W-9s, and 1099s.
Coordinate year-end accounts payable processing among departments.
Handle monthly P-Card purchasing processes before month-end close.
Reconcile the accounts payable module.
Oversee the accounts receivable program, including daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual billings.
Review and file contracts or agreements related to accounts receivable customer billings.
Notify the Deputy Finance Director of contracts or agreements nearing expiration that pertain to internal departments or City Commission approvals.
Coordinate with Human Resources on retiree billing and rate changes for annual billing cycles.
Reconcile the accounts receivable module.
Control the preparation of journal entries to record monthly transactions and corrections.
Confirm transactions are posted correctly before monthly general ledger closing and perform necessary closing functions.
Perform other related work as required, including backup for other Finance Department functions.