Fiscal Analyst

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt-overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direction, performs a variety of advanced accounting tasks, including the maintenance and review of County funds and fiscal accounts. Analyzes financial statements and reports prepared by fiscal staff in other County departments. Provides guidance and supervision to staff as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates and reconciles financial records and prepares reports to verify accuracy, investigates discrepancies in records.
• Researches and analyzes financial data and presents findings.
• Prepares regular reports and statements, identifying trends and standards.
• Assists with audits and helps maintain internal controls.
• Contacts various county departments to resolve financial issues.
• Inputs and retrieves information into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Performs other accounting and similar technical functions.
• Prepares budgets for various grants and assist with grant monitoring throughout the year, including providing monthly reporting.
• Reviews check requests for accuracy, proper supporting documentation, and available funds for various departments.
• Compiles, analyzes, and reports data for financial reports to various departments and governmental agencies.
• Assists and prepares documentation and worksheets for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, including audit preparation, compiling information and providing support as requested.
• Prepares journal entries and budget adjustments.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of general accounting experience, or two (2) years of government or non-profit accounting experience
• Preferred Education and Experience
• Four (4) years of government or non-profit accounting experience
• Required Licenses or Certifications
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

• Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM)
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
• Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) best practices
• Workday ERP System
• Relevant software applications such as Sympro and Microsoft Office products such as Smartsheet and SharePoint
• Grant reporting procedures

Skill in:

• Organization
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Performing analyses, evaluating results, and preparing reports

Ability to:

• Make decisions in accordance with laws and regulations governing the accounts maintained
• Analyze and evaluate financial data and other information and prepare related reports and recommendations
• Effectively communicate financial analyses in a concise and logical manner both verbally and in writing
• Analyze and evaluate financial information
• Research federal grant expenditure eligibility
• Work in a modern office environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment:

• Office or similar indoor environment: F/C
• Outdoor environment: N/S
• Street environment (near moving traffic): N/S
• Construction site: N/S
• Confined space: N/S

Exposures:

• Individuals who are hostile or irate: N/S
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds: N/S
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S
• Communicable diseases: N/S
• Moving mechanical parts: N/S
• Fumes or airborne particles: N/S
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S
• Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S
• Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

• Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S
• Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O
• Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms:
• Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S
• Digging: N/S
• Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: F/C
• Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/C
• Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S
• Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C
• Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below): O
• 11-24 pounds
• Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: O
• Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O
• Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C
• Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C
• Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C
• Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS:

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The UAW Local 889 – Specialized Offices bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.