Financial Analyst

Why Come Work for HHS? Waukesha County's Department of Health & Human Services is recruiting for a talented Financial Analyst. This position is part of the Accounting Services unit within the Waukesha County, Department of Health and Human Services, Administrative Services Division. The unit provides accounting, budget, and other fiscal and administrative services to all program divisions and units within the Department. This position reports to the Clinical Division Senior Financial Analyst. With guidance and direction from the Clinical Division Senior Financial Analyst, this position has responsibility to provide financial and analytical support to Waukesha County, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Clinical Services, and Division of Administrative Services. This position collaborates with division staff, supervisors and managers as needed to complete work assignments. Under supervision, this position performs professional work in the implementation and administration of automated financial, accounting, or budgeting activities on a Countywide basis. Primary duties include review of AP and AR processes, monthly accounting processes, state/federal cost reporting, management/operating reports, annual budget development, monthly and quarterly budget monitoring, audit preparation/response, resolution of fiscal issues as needed, and other duties as required and assigned. This position requires a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with use of pivot tables and functions. The ideal candidate will also possess the ability to prioritize workload, work independently and meet deadlines, and will have strong organizational and communication skills.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

To view the full classification specification for Financial Analyst click here. Minimum Training & Experience Requirements 1. Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, or a closely related field. OR High School Diploma or GED, and a combination of recognized post high school education and progressively responsible work experience, in finance, accounting, or closely related field, totaling four (4) years. Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system. Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards. Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic. About Us: Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?" Location: Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs. EEO: Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County. For further information visit: The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Waukesha County Health & Human Services