Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Financial Analyst to support a municipal Public Works team in Pico Rivera, California. This Contract position will contribute to budgeting, financial review, procurement support, and project coordination within a government environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, clear communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working closely with leadership and operational partners. Responsibilities: • Partner with Public Works leadership to deliver financial, operational, and strategic analysis that supports departmental goals and decision-making. • Track budgets, evaluate funding needs, and prepare regular updates on project status, expenditures, and performance trends. • Review operating budget activity, analyze variances, and identify issues that may affect departmental financial plans. • Develop staff reports, presentation materials, and management summaries for leadership and City Council review. • Assist with procurement activities by coordinating solicitation efforts, supporting request for proposal processes, and helping oversee contract administration. • Examine purchase orders, invoices, and related budget transactions to confirm accuracy, compliance, and proper allocation of funds. • Conduct research and policy review to recommend process enhancements and improve administrative effectiveness. • Work across Finance, field teams, and external contractors to support execution of departmental initiatives and resolve financial or operational questions. • Contribute to special assignments and priority projects as needed within the Public Works function. • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline. • At least 4 years of experience working within a city, county, special district, or other public sector organization. • Background in budget support, procurement coordination, and contract administration. • Strong skills in financial analysis, variance review, project tracking, and business reporting. • Experience preparing written reports and presentations for senior leaders or governing bodies. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. • Ability to communicate effectively with executives, department staff, elected officials, and external partners. • Experience in Public Works, engineering, utilities, transportation, infrastructure, grants compliance, or related government operations is preferred. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.