Fiscal Analyst I, II, III

Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation • Honolulu, HI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) is seeking a Fiscal Analyst I, II, or III to join its Project Controls team. HART is responsible for planning and constructing Honolulu's rail transit system, Skyline. This is a transformative project shaping Honolulu's future. The selected candidate will perform fiscal analysis as their primary work assignment, along with other related fiscal and analytical duties. The level of the position will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Applications are being accepted with the intent of filling this position at the highest level for which the selected candidate is qualified. This recruitment may be used to fill a Fiscal Analyst I, Fiscal Analyst II, or Fiscal Analyst III position, depending on the qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the department.

Requirements

• A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in public or business administration, accounting, economics or a closely related field.
• Three years of professional experience in management, financial, budgetary, economic or tax analysis work (for Level I).
• Four years of professional experience in management, financial, budgetary, economic or tax analysis work (for Level II).
• Five years of professional experience in management, financial, budgetary, economic or tax analysis work (for Level III).
• Candidates must meet the health and physical condition standards necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares monthly project cost reports and analyzes financial trends for ongoing construction activities (Level I).
• Maintains and evaluates fiscal data within the Contract Management System, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting (Level I).
• Supports cost tracking, payment processing, and reconciliation efforts while contributing to audits and process improvements (Level I).
• Independently leads more complex financial analyses and oversees the preparation of monthly project cost reports to track budgets, expenditures, and progress across all phases of the Honolulu Rail Transit Project (Level II).
• Evaluates financial data and forecasts, monitors contract contingencies, and identifies trends to recommend adjustments to project scope, design, and budget (Level II).
• Develops and refines cost control procedures and ensures that cost and financial data meet City and Federal Transit Administration requirements (Level II).
• Serves as the lead fiscal specialist, overseeing project- and program-level financial activities, including cost reporting, budget tracking, forecasting, and providing direction to other fiscal staff as needed (Level III).
• Leads the most complex analyses, ensures the accuracy and compliance of financial data, and guides strategic adjustments related to budgets, contingencies, and project scope (Level III).
• Supports executive decision-making by providing expert advice on financial policy, funding strategies, and regulatory requirements (Level III).

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
• Generous vacation and sick leave, earning up to 21 days per year
• 13 paid holidays annually (14 days during election year)
• Retirement plan contributions through the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS)
• Deferred compensation options to invest pre-tax income for retirement
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax transportation benefits, including TheBus and vanpool options
• Access to confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training opportunities
• Employer-funded Holo Card for eligible employees to use on public transit
• Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

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