Financial Analyst - Variable Hour

Washington County•Hillsboro, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The variable hour Financial Analyst performs financial, statistical, and budgetary analysis in support of the development, monitoring, and administration of the Sheriff's Office budget. Variable Hour positions are at-will and hours are limited to 20 hours per week. These positions will accrue sick time and are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing; OR An Associate's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing; OR Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, of which at least four (4) years of experience must be in the public sector.
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others.
Exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues.
Work accurately under pressure and time constraints.
Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Analyze, organize, and interpret data from various sources, draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Maintain and balance a variety of financial records, ledgers, accounts, and associated files.
Perform procedures in an organized and accurate manner.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds and represent members of the public, coworkers, and/or vendors.
Train and supervise clerical and accounting staff.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of business or public budgeting, fiscal management, and administration.
Knowledge of governmental finance and accounting practices, principles, and procedures.
Knowledge of revenue and expenditure forecasting methods and models.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of financial analysis and forecasting.
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws.
Knowledge of grant administration.

Responsibilities

Performs financial, statistical, and budgetary analysis in support of the development, monitoring, and administration of the Sheriff's Office budget.
Oversee grant administration at the Sheriff's Office.
Provide direct support to the Sr. Financial Analyst.