Finance Analyst I – Colorado Springs Airport

Salary $29.13 - $34.97 Hourly Location Airport - City of Colorado Springs, CO Job Type Classified - Full Time Job Number 18469 Division Airport Department Finance/Administration Opening Date 10/19/2026 Closing Date 11/3/2026 4:00 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt DescriptionBenefitsQuestions Description / Position Overview Finance Analyst I – Colorado Springs Airport This position performs a wide variety of financial analytical duties; to include preparing and analyzing budgets, monitoring and analyzing financial transactions, researching, analyzing and interpreting rules and regulations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local funding requirements. As An Analyst I, You Will Develop, maintain and update budgets from multiple federal, state and local funding sourcesPerform grant management tasks, such as, application, budget creation, revisions and amendments and close-outsPrepare and analyze grant budgets and set up appropriate line items to be consistent with the accounting systemAnalyze and maximize the utilization of multiple funding sourcesReview and analyze budget requests from project managersMaintain, research and reconcile various financial ledgers from multiple funding sourcesMonitor and analyze financial transactions and research any variablesProvide documentation and ensure compliance in various auditsDevelop local match billings to various agencies and complete any required financial reportsResearch, analyze, and interpret rules and regulations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local funding requirementsMeet all reporting deadlines in various federal, state and local systemsPrepare a variety of reports using PeopleSoft and ExcelAssist with development of financial policies and proceduresProvide backup to other team members as neededOther Duties as assigned Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page Knowledge Of We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations Methods and techniques of statistical and financial analysis Principles and practices of budget preparation and administrationBasic principles of business mathematicsGovernment accounting principles and practicesModern office procedures, methods and equipmentThe internet, online database applications and grant management systems Ability to: Maintain a high degree of accuracy while working in a demanding and highly interactive team environmentQuickly become proficient in a variety of computer softwareUnderstand pertinent City, State and Federal policies and proceduresEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsCommunicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing Minimum Qualifications We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field appropriate to assigned area of responsibility which may include finance, business administration, public administration, human resources, criminal justice, procurement, occupational health, or other research-intensive field One year of full-time professional financial analytical experience Additional Information Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back. NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). 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