Financial Analyst

Salary: $61,797.01 - $67,976.71 Annually
Location : Roanoke, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 201003648
Department: Finance & Management Services
Opening Date: 05/08/2026
Closing Date: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


GENERAL DESCRIPTION


Performs difficult professional accounting and financial work utilizing an integrated financial system. Performs detailed worksheet preparation, analysis of financial situations, and completion of monthly financial assignments, with minimal supervision. Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


~ Monitors, reviews, compiles, analyzes, and maintains financial information used in the preparation of internal and external financial reports
~ Prepares journal entries, budget transactions, billings, and account reconciliations
~ Ensures compliance with County policies and procedures as appropriate
~ Prepares financial analyses and financial reports for internal and external use
~ Provides counsel to departments on a variety of financial questions, performing research and analyses as required
~ Provides support to Fiscal Agent entities to include: monitoring, analysis, accounting, financial statement or Annual Financial Report preparation, and assistance with independent auditors
~ Assists independent auditors and in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education:
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance or a related field.

Experience:
Preferred: Some experience in public or private sector accounting.

Certifications/Licenses:
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of accounting principles specifically related to governmental accounting.
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge and skill in the use of personal computers utilizing spreadsheet, word processing and graphics applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Additional Requirements:
Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

OTHER INFORMATION
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
• Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in option
• Twelve paid holidays
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Virginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.
• Deferred Compensation Plan with County Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union Membership