Financial Analyst

Financial Service Analyst 2 Cx

Under the general supervision of the Lieutenant of Administration, the Financial Analyst provides analytical, budget, financial management, and organizational support on a wide range of financial matters for Police & Public Safety. Responsible for daily fiscal and business operations, including general ledger reconciliation, maintaining accuracy of information recorded in accounting systems, researching, analyzing and reconciling financial data, and the purchasing audit. Conducts ad hoc financial analysis and/or reporting for a wide variety of projects and systems. Must work independently and act with sound judgment and confidentiality, anticipate job requirements, prioritize and coordinate multiple complex tasks with interruptions while able to meet deadlines. Supervises one (1) FTE.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent certification
• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• 1-3 years' experience in finance or a related field
• Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software
• Ability to act independently with sound judgement and confidentiality
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a high-volume environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of financial processes, policies, and procedures

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants are required to complete a background investigation.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.