FINANCIAL ANALYST

Financial Analyst

***This recruitment may close without further notice depending on the number of applications received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible***

The Department of Business and Industry is recruiting to fill an unclassified Financial Analyst position within the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA) in Las Vegas. The NTA administers state laws pertaining to passenger transportation, household goods movers, storage of household goods, and tow cars. Statutory Authorities include NRS 706, 706a, 706b, 712. The Applications Unit serves as the agency's central intake, application-review, and certification/permitting unit for the Nevada Transportation Authority. Under the direction of the Applications Manager, the Financial Analyst will evaluate applicants' financial fitness, proposed business models, evidence of market support and viability, and conduct review of annual reports and other financial filings. They will establish a complete, accurate, and timely record for every filing by identifying deficiencies early; providing applicants with an opportunity to cure those deficiencies, moving matters to decision without avoidable delay, and preparing clear, accurate, and legally supportable regulatory documents.

Essential Qualifications

Two years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably with investigating and analyzing financial documents relating to the sustainability or health of a company. Applicants must also be an effective multi-tasker in a fast-paced work environment and demonstrate an intermediate proficiency level with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access. The following are preferred but not required:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in finance or accounting or a Masters degree with major coursework in finance or accounting.
• CPA certification.
• Experience in accounting or finance in a regulatory setting.
• Understanding of the Nevada Revised Statutes relating to Motor Carriers.

Job Duties

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the review and evaluation of applications and other filings for completeness, financial fitness, and regulatory compliance and preparing clear written deficiency notices, staff analyses, agenda item descriptions, draft orders, certificates, tariffs, permits, and related regulatory documents for consideration by the Authority; present staff findings and factual or expert testimony during administrative hearings and General Sessions, as assigned; maintain a professional and ethical decorum in all interactions and communications with the regulated carriers, applicants, consultants, attorneys, governmental agencies, and members of the public; and assist with special projects and the development or revision of regulations, legislation, policies, forms, and internal procedures relating to financial and tariff responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assess financial fitness in accordance with Nevada regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP) and prepare analysis and testimony at administrative hearings, general sessions, and other public meetings.
• Willingness to maintain records in accordance with the Authority's records practices, the Open Meeting Law, and the Nevada Public Records Act.
• Proficiency with the independent prioritization and organization of assigned workload to meet statutory, regulatory, agenda, and internal deadlines.
• Exhibits professionalism in performing all duties and in representing the Division and the Department.
• Works a full-time, 40-hour workweek as assigned, independently, and as scheduled.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication (Download PDF reader).
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) (Download PDF reader).

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255