Finance Analyst

Finance AnalystThe Finance Analyst reports to the Finance Director. The position performs highly advanced, specialized professional accounting work requiring comprehensive knowledge of government accounting systems (BARS) and federal/state compliance guidelines. This position exercises independent judgment to secure and monitor grant compliance, safeguard capital asset structures, model utility enterprise finances, and audit the city's comprehensive payroll and benefits liabilities.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform a wide variety of accounting tasks related to monthly, quarterly and annual financial cycles. Duties may include preparation/review of closing and adjusting entries, preparation/review of other accounting workpapers and reports.Develop, prepare, and submit various reports to the state containing complex and technical data.Assist with the production of required financial statements in compliance with city, and state law by compiling data and preparing supporting schedules for inclusion in various reports, such as the annual report.Assist with the production of the annual budget through the development and preparation of supporting schedules and worksheets.Support the preparation of budgetary reports, worksheets, and trial balances to keep management informed of the financial condition of the city; compile periodic financial reports.Assure accurate recording, balancing, and classification of all income and expenditures to proper accounts in accordance with the State Budgeting/Accounting/Reporting System (BARS) and city procedures.Continually analyze the various funds, financial summaries, and statements; initiate authorized improvements or revisions in the accounting system or its procedures.Prepare and submit grant billings, drawdowns, and periodic financial reports required by funders; ensure documentation supports allowable expenses and budget tracking.Maintain and reconcile capital asset registers, perform capitalization and disposals, calculate depreciation, and ensure assets are recorded and tracked accurately.Perform month-end and year-end close activities for grant accounts and capital assets, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and journal entries.Independently compiles and reconciles the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) for the annual financial report.Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and implementing corrective actions when needed.Implement and monitor internal controls over grant expenditures and asset management to mitigate financial risks and ensure compliance.Manages accounting records for multi-year capital improvement projects (CIP), capitalizing assets upon project completion.Maintains the comprehensive capital asset system, ensuring accurate records for city owned assets.As assigned, provide backup for core city finance department functions. This includes cash receipting, payroll and benefits, business licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, job costing, and accounts payable.Qualifications/RequirementsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or equivalent and Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred.5+ years of government accounting experience explicitly involving SEFA reporting, capital asset tracking, or complex benefit reconciliations.Specialized Knowledge: Proficiency with Washington State BARS coding, Federal Uniform Guidance, and municipal ERP systems and MS Office suite software.COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with City staff, regulatory agencies, the business community and citizens. Skills in expressing ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Effectively communicate work status to team members and superiors.Work EnvironmentThe work is performed primarily in a standard, climate-controlled municipal office environment. A high volume of precise data verification, strict legal deadlines, and frequent digital communication with external auditing and state bodies. The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most work is typically performed in an office environment.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Sedentary Work: Requires sitting, typing, and viewing computer screens for extended periods.Dexterity: Sufficient hand-eye coordination to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.Brightness & Mobility: Occasional light lifting, carrying files, and moving short distances within city office buildingBenefitsMore than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. The City of Shelton offers an excellent benefits package. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are several medical plans with no or very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. An Employee Assistance Program is available to promote the health and well-being of employees.Retirement and Deferred Compensation City of Shelton Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. Employees also have the ability to participate in a deferred compensation program with a 6.2% match. This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.Social Security City of Shelton employees are only covered by the Medicare portion of Social Security.Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to 11 paid holidays and 2 paid personal floating holidays per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave days.Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours of sick leave per month. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be pro-rated based on the number of hours in pay status.Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in City Policy 200-1501 per this schedule: Years of Service Vacation Hours Accrued Per Month: 0 thru 5 years - 10 hours Beginning 6 thru 10 years - 14 hours Beginning 11 thru 15 years - 18 hours Beginning 16 + years - 22 hours Part-time employees accrue pro-rated vacation leave hours based on their scheduled hours worked.Military Leave The City of Shelton supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.Bereavement Leave Employees experiencing the loss of an immediate family member shall be granted up to (5) consecutive days of bereavement leave. For specific details and eligibility, please refer to the City of Shelton Bereavement Leave Policy or your Collective Bargaining Agreement.Additional Leave Leave Sharing Parental Leave Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay