Senior Financial Systems Analyst

Senior Financial Systems AnalystOpen Date: 08/03/26Close Date: 08/31/26Salary: $131,428.00 per yearJob Type: RegularLocation: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las VegasHours of Work: 4/10s; M-Th 7am-6pmFILING DEADLINE: The first 100 applications submitted ON OR BEFORE 11:59pm, Sunday, August 30th, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.The ideal candidate for this position would possess at least five years of progressively responsible experience in managing/coordinating project activity for business transformation activities; have experience in a lead, project management, or key subject matter expert role on finance and/or accounting systems improvement projects; exhibit strong written and oral presentation skills; and hold a demonstrated record of working collaboratively with various departments and different levels of employees.General PurposeUnder direction, performs a variety of advanced professional duties in planning, leading, coordinating and implementing continuous improvement initiatives for District/SNWA financial and accounting systems and processes; leads and participates with key stakeholders in evaluating financial systems and processes to identify opportunities for improvement and lead in their implementation; serves as Finance Department project manager and liaison with Information Technology for development and installation of new systems and other technology solutions; and performs related duties as assigned.Desired Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of:Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting, including financial statement preparation and methods of financial control and reporting; provisions and pronouncements of accounting standards, including GAAP, GASB and GFOA applicable to the work; principles and practices of cost accounting; internal control and audit principles, practices and procedures; cost accounting methods and procedures; laws and regulations relating to the financial administration of public agencies; principles and practices of public agency budgeting; advanced uses and operations of financial systems and tools; research methods and statistical and financial analysis techniques; general principles, methods and techniques of business process reengineering and systems analysis and design; principles and practices of information technology applicable to accounting and financial analysis and reporting; group facilitation methods and techniques; project management principles, processes, methods and tools; principles and practices of effective business communication; general human resources policies and practices applicable to the exercise of team leadership.Ability to:Analyze varied and complex systems and process issues and problems; apply critical thinking skills to develop a big picture conceptual framework for conducting finance and accounting system, process and practice improvement projects and initiatives; evaluate options and alternatives, reach sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations on complex financial operations and systems of internal control; understand, interpret, explain and apply local, state and federal law, codes, ordinances and regulations and professional accounting standards regulating District/SNWA financial accounting, reporting and recordkeeping; work collaboratively with department managers and staff and technology professionals to formulate integrated technology solutions to finance and accounting systems and process issues and enhancements; lead and facilitate cross-functional teams; negotiate understanding and build consensus agreements; perform project management and program coordination responsibilities for projects of varying size and scope; set priorities and balance responsibilities for multiple projects and initiatives to ensure timely, high quality results; exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines; communicate clearly, effectively and courteously; prepare clear comprehensive reports, documentation and other written materials; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations; establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.Training and Experience:A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in accounting, finance or a closely related field; and at least five years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, preferably in a large government agency or utility; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. An advanced degree in accounting or finance is highly desirable.Experience in a lead or project management role on finance and/or accounting systems improvement projects is preferred.Licenses; Certificates; Special RequirementsA valid Nevada driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.License as a Certified Public Accountant, other professional accounting or finance certification, project management certification or certification in process improvement techniques such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is desirable.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk; talk or hear, both in person or by telephone; use hands to repetitively finger, handle, feel or operate computers and standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or new skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with managers, supervisors, employees, managers and staff in other departments and others encountered in the course of work.