Financial and Procurement Analyst (Financial Specialist II)

Job Announcement

Works as part of the financial management team supporting the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) and works closely with senior department and fiscal management, as well as local, federal, and state staff. Performs quantitative analysis of program budgets, mandates, multi-jurisdictional fiscal plans, and performance measures, as well as program and impact analysis. Participates in the preparation of budget reviews, including forecasting, trend analysis, and monitoring relevant policies and governing regulations, and estimating the potential fiscal and policy impacts on programs. Reconciles monthly postings and makes necessary journal entries. Reviews and approves procurement and other encumbrances and payments. Ensures compliance with county, state, and federal policies, regulations, grant requirements, and audit requirements. Successfully resolves problems in a team-based environment and balances multiple priorities and tasks to meet established deadlines. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, computer, and oral and written communication skills.

Illustrative Duties

Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations; Plans, organizes, and participates in the reconciliation of funds; Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects; Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts; Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures; Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial reports and statements; Ability to develop and apply budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies.

Employment Standards

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience. Necessary Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background and Child Protective Services Registry check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire. Applicants and employees within these positions must demonstrate financial responsibility in personal finances as a condition of employment. This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies). Preferred Qualifications: Significant expertise with governmental budgeting, accounting, procurement, and financial management, program support, and policy analysis. Bachelor's degree in related field. Experience in public administration, public management, managing multiple funding streams, and monitoring and projecting revenues and expenditures. Experience in financial audits and grant reporting. Considerable experience using Microsoft Office Suite computer software, particularly Excel. Experience in governmental accounting and financial systems. Physical Requirements: Duties are generally sedentary and performed in a normal office environment. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment, attend meetings, and communicate verbally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Selection Procedure: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. View email address on click.appcast.io EEO/AA/TTY.