Senior Financial Analyst, Revenues & Capital Assets

Capital Region Water • Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst, Revenues & Capital Assets is responsible for analyzing and reporting on financial operations, including revenue receipts, account reconciliation, and capital asset management. This position plays a critical role in audit preparation, financial reporting, and budgeting.

Requirements

• Seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in a government setting
• Experience with revenue analysis, account reconciliation and financial reporting
• Experience supporting month-end close, audit preparation and budgeting processes
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).
• Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards (GASB).
• Strong understanding of auditing principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills
• Ability to analyze unexpected results when working on financial reports.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Basic knowledge of municipal water, wastewater and stormwater services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting, or the equivalent in training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze revenue receipts and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and proper account funding
• Collaborate with the billing department to identify and resolve discrepancies in revenue and receivables
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers
• Support month-end close processes, including revenue reporting and reconciliation activities
• Perform lockbox reconciliations and evaluate accounts receivable data for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure proper recording of debt service expenditures
• Prepare and compile documentation for audit processes, including utility revenue and receivables
• Manage wholesale customer accounts, including municipal usage reporting, billing, and account follow-up
• Analyze and resolve billing and receivables discrepancies while maintaining strong partner relationships
• Track and analyze capital improvement project expenses
• Manage capital asset processes, including placing assets in service, depreciation, and disposing of assets
• Perform year-end capital asset reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Assist with the preparation of annual and project budgets and multi-year capital plans in collaboration with senior leadership
• Provide strategic input on financial planning, ensuring that the organization's financial resources are allocated efficiently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees