Finance Business Analyst

About the role

The Finance Business Analyst assists in the daily operations of diverse financial related duties within the Finance Division of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. This position may supervise or oversee the work of administrative and/or accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Researches and analyzes financial and performance data using multiple information systems and prepares summary reports for end users.
• Prepares and posts journal vouchers for any necessary corrections.
• Completes various reconciliation analyses.
• Reviews and investigates the financial and operational impact of multiple operational activities and compiles summary reports for end users.
• Investigates discrepancies proactively, problem solves, provides recommendations based on sound accounting practices, and applies resolution as appropriate.
• Maintains ledgers, registers, records of initial entry, and control accounts.
• Grant management, compliance and monitoring, and reporting.
• Research budget and financial matters and analyzes budget to actual using financial information system reports and tools explaining variances.
• Ensures accurate and timely accounting, revenue, and expenditures forecasts, in-depth analysis and reporting of departmental financial and related data.
• Supports the daily activities of the department, including various aspects of internal and external reporting as well as general accounting functions.
• Reviews, processes and approves a variety of technical transactions.
• Audits financial records, contracts, documents, and business processes.
• Affords assistance with contract compliance by reviewing expenditures against the contract for item and/or dollar amount discrepancies.
• Responds to requests for information; reviews, investigates, and corrects errors in documents and reports; provides technical information to staff as authorized.
• Participates in financial audits and compliance reviews; assist with document compilation.
• Assists with annual budget preparation and maintenance.
• Prepares various reports and/or billings associated with MCSO financial activity on a monthly, quarterly and year-end basis and in a timely manner.
• Serves as liaison between MCSO Finance and other County departments.
• Research and compiles board agenda and contract information.
• Performs other duties including assisting team members as required.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Experience: Two (2) years of professional level finance experience.
• Combined Education And Experience Qualifications: Other combinations of education or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year for year basis.
• Other Requirements: Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.
• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a background review.
• The preferred candidate has experience with governmental and/or fund accounting concepts and government budgeting.
• Experience working in a high-volume general ledger environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive.

Benefits

• Compensation Is More Than a Salary With MCSO Growth and stability since 1871
• Choice of three medical plans – starting as low as $70/month
• Holidays – 10/year + 1 personal day
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively
• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees
• Access to free County gyms
• Learn more at Benefits Overview