City of Las Vegas
Financial Analyst I/II & Sr Financial Analyst
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Job Description
- Req#: 5006241
- Analyzes and prepares financial statements; maintains a variety of accounts to include general ledger and reconciliation of all city financial transactions, including bank accounts; prepares monthly fiscal reports and special reports relating to the progress of assigned accounts or area of responsibility.
- Analyzes revenues and expenditures of city or grant funds; recommends amendments to the budget as appropriate; prepares final cost estimates for the annual budget, special funds or grants being sought.
- Participates in the compilation and preparation of the city's annual budget; prepares cash flow and expenditure projections and various budget-related forecasts and reports; provides personnel costs from salary projections.
- Prepares annual financial reports for city departments or revenue sources; monitors interlocal agreements with other governmental agencies; prepares statistical financial reports; prepares necessary work papers for annual budget.
- Serves as a financial resource to the City Council, City Manager and city departments; provides information regarding a variety of accounts, revenues and expenditures.
- Analyzes, accounts for and audits grant monies and special revenues received by the city; acts as liaison between the division of assignment and grantors; processes requests for funds and obtains authorized signature of approval.
- Assists the Budget & Treasury Manager to maintain a city-wide cash handling policy and procedures manual; administers and enforces the policy and procedures; trains city employees who handle cash in proper procedures; conducts audits to determine compliance; prepares required reports.
- Assists departments in the proper classification of revenues and expenditures; provides technical assistance and training to city staff in matters related to financial accounting, budget administration, and financial and operational performance management.
- Monitors various accounts, verifying availability of funds and classification of expenditures; researches and analyzes transactions to resolve problems.
- Recommends and implements changes in accounting, budgeting and auditing systems and procedures.
- Monitors daily activity in all city bank accounts and performs cash management duties; forecast short term cash flow. Participates in maintaining positive banking relationships.
- Maintains required records and assists with records retention.
- Assists in developing costing pools, allocation rates and allocation definitions to ensure proper distribution of costs.
- Operates an automated financial system and acts as liaison with Information Technologies staff as needed.
- Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stay abreast of trends and innovations in the field of finance and budget.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Financial Analyst I, Financial Analyst II and Sr Financial Analyst within the Finance Department.
I deal Candidate
This position is responsible for a wide range of complex financial and accounting duties, including but not limited to the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and maintenance of the general ledger. This role may also perform monthly reconciliations, prepare and monitor budget activities, and manages a variety of financial records and accounts. Key responsibilities also include providing budgetary forecasts, generating detailed financial reports and modifications, and overseeing the City’s cash handling functions. Additionally, the position administers banking relationships and performs various technical tasks related to the assigned area
The ideal candidate for this position will possess a robust understanding of accounting principles and practices, with a particular focus on maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts. This candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial records and reports. In addition, the candidate will have proficiency in accounting software and systems, with experience in managing month-end and year-end closing processes. They will exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of handling multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently. They will show a proactive approach to identifying and resolving discrepancies and a commitment to continuous improvement in accounting processes.See job description links below:
Financial Analyst I: Hiring range $68,158.74 - $109,053.88 annually
Financial Analyst II: Hiring range $75,655.06 - $121,047.94 annually
Sr Financial Analyst: Hiring range $83,978.18 - $134,364.88 annually
Supervision Received
Receives direct supervision from higher level supervisory or management staff.
Selection Process: Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/ or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.Essential Functions:
See essential functions in job description links for Financial Analyst I, Financial Analyst II and Sr Financial Analyst.Financial Analyst I
Experience:
One year of experience in accounting, auditing, finance, budgeting, grants, or investments.
Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or a field related to the essential functions. A combination of formal education and directly related work experience may substitute for the degree. The city assesses 1.5 years of fulltime experience as equivalent to one year of education.
Financial Analyst II
Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible experience involving analytical work in finance, budgets, grants, audit or investments. Municipal government experience is desirable.
Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or a field related to the essential functions. A combination of formal education and directly related work experience may substitute for the degree. The city assesses 1.5 years of fulltime experience as equivalent to one year of education.
Sr Financial Analyst
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible experience involving analytical work in finance, budgets, grants, investments, organizational performance management, or business process re-engineering. Financial reporting experience is desirable. Supervisory or lead experience is also desirable.
Training:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major in accounting, finance or a field related to the essential functions. May substitute a combination of equivalent education and related experience. The city assesses 1.5 years of fulltime experience as equivalent to one year of education.
Financial Analyst I
Knowledge of:
Generally accepted accounting and finance practices, principles and procedures.
Principles and practices of budgeting.
Principles and practices of financial auditing.
Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
Principles and procedures of internal control systems.
Cash handling procedures.
Principles of report preparation.
Modern office methods, practices, procedures and computer equipment.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws and regulations.Ability to:
Learn governmental accounting principles and practices.
Learn principles and practices specific to municipal budget preparation and monitoring, and cash management.
Learn the city's automated financial management system.
Operate a variety of general office software applications and applications specific to the assignment.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Plan, organize and prioritize assignments.
Meet critical deadlines.
Manage multiple assignments.
See knowledge, skills, and abilities in job description links for Financial Analyst I, Financial Analyst II and Sr Financial Analyst.About the company
Las Vegas, often known simply as Vegas, is the 26th-most populous city in the United States, the most populous city in the state of Nevada, and the county seat of Clark County.
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