Senior Financial Analyst - Grants

Seminole County/Board of County Commissioners•Sanford, FL

About The Position

Professional-level position providing fiscal and budgetary services and analysis for the Public Works Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and/or assigned functional areas. The role coordinates countywide grant activities, including developing and communicating processes, tracking and reporting activity, and supporting departments with grant-related needs. The work is performed independently under general direction and requires discretion, sound judgment, initiative, and strong analytical and technical knowledge of financial and administrative systems, standards, policies, and procedures. The position supports County-level grant management and financial reporting, develops and implements grant-compliance procedures and controls, provides technical assistance to recipient divisions, and oversees grant budgets, expenditures, documentation, reports, monitoring, and audit responses. It also coordinates CIP budget activities, supports Public Works financial planning and program execution, researches and resolves financial issues, and assists with purchasing, budget processes, fiscal policy, and special projects. Salary depends on qualifications, and additional compensation may be based on licensure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance, accounting, business or public administration, or a closely related field, and two years of grant management experience; comparable education, training, or experience may be substituted.
Analytical skills and technical knowledge of financial and administrative systems, standards, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, statutes, and processes related to grants and budget development.
Knowledge of local government administration, management, budgeting, accounting, and financial administration.
Knowledge of research techniques and technology as applied to budgeting.
Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting data.
Ability to research and analyze information and data, recognize trends, draw valid conclusions, and recommend plans of action.
Ability to prepare complete and accurate complex accounting reports and statements.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and respond sensitively to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Ability to perform professional-level work involving data, people, and technology related to administrative, technical, scientific, engineering, accounting, legal, or managerial skills.
Ability to organize work and provide technical assistance to other accounting personnel.
Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Skill using a calculator, personal computer, Microsoft Word and Excel, and small office equipment such as copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Detailed knowledge of integrated financial systems and spreadsheet software.
Must attend Seminole County-required trainings; department-specific training may also be required.

Responsibilities

Assist and report to the Financial Business Administrator on County-level grant management and financial reporting.
Develop and implement procedures and controls to ensure grant compliance.
Provide technical support to recipient divisions and assist with contract interpretation.
Process expenditures and monitor budgets.
Maintain grant files, records, inventory, and other documentation.
Perform financial oversight, budget establishment and amendment, analysis, tracking, and reporting.
Analyze monthly expenditure reports and track, record, and ensure the accuracy of accounts payable and receivable.
Maintain grant management software and manage a calendar to allow sufficient time for reporting requirements.
Prepare and submit required financial, programmatic, and monitoring reports.
Facilitate monitoring visits, examination of files, and follow-up reporting.
Work with external auditors to examine files and assemble audit responses.
Assist the Grant Supervisor with research, grant applications, and development of the annual grant budget.
Coordinate CIP budget activities, including developing and communicating processes, tracking and reporting activity, and supporting Public Works’ financial planning and execution of the CIP program.
Review, research, and resolve financial issues; analyze revenue and expenditure patterns.
Prepare, develop, and distribute financial records and reports.
Review financial records for proper documentation and compliance.
Assist with purchasing professional services and construction contracts, coordinating the budget process, applying fiscal policy, and completing special projects.
Perform other related work as required; may perform alternate duties during emergencies as essential personnel.