FINANCIAL ANALYST - 71002371 1

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Financial Analyst works in the Business Support Program, Financial Management/Grants & Expenditures, for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. The position reviews, processes, analyzes, interprets, and audits complex accounting records, applying financial rules, guidelines, and department policies and procedures. The analyst independently reviews current procedures and accounting methods and recommends improvements to streamline daily operations. The position also serves as lead trainer for the Grants Unit.

Requirements

• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work, and improve operational and management practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data, including complex customer accounts.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) or Florida Planning Accounting and Ledger Management (PALM) system.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including developing desk procedures.
• Ability to work independently and use good time-management skills.
• Computer software skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Handle grant management and financial reporting functions for assigned FDLE Operational and State Financial Assistance grants.
• Serve as lead trainer for the Grants Unit.
• Review grant applications and amendments for compliance with FDLE Grant Policy 1.10 and facilitate the department’s grant routing process.
• Review and audit vouchers produced by other Grant Unit members.
• Develop and update written procedures for the unit.
• Review closing grants to ensure grant charges and revenue are accounted for correctly.
• Complete the monthly Admin claim process for the Office of Criminal Justice Grants (OCJG).
• Research, review, and analyze complex financial transactions and apply appropriate rules, guidelines, and procedures to make recommendations to management.
• Review current procedures and accounting methods and recommend ways to enhance and streamline daily operations.

Benefits

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• HMO and PPO health insurance options, with premiums starting as low as $50 per month
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage
• Supplemental insurance options, including dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Pension and investment retirement plan options
• Tax-deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts
• Training, team building, and mentoring opportunities for professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed