Financial Analyst IV (May underfill at a leve III)

About the role

Performs cost and revenue analysis, including review of City revenues, expenditures, existing fees, fines, taxes, etc. Reviews financial reports, plans and capital expenditures; billing/assessments; revenue management practices; operating records and financial statements. Determines appropriate activity costs and proposes alternatives.

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of remote and in-office work. Employees are expected to work onsite as required by the department.

Salt Lake City Corporation does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Performs internal financial and process reviews to assess department compliance, efficiency, effectiveness of internal controls, and utilization of City resources.
• Analyzes financial data to evaluate trends, variances, and performance, exercising discretion and independent judgment in recommendations.
• Utilizes historical data to recognize, calculate, and forecast monthly and annual revenue and expenses for current and future City programs. Assists in determining program cost and effectiveness.
• Conducts complex economic research and studies designed to identify potential revenue sources and enhance existing revenue streams. Reviews and interprets current and pending legislation with potential financial impacts on City programs and revenue.
• Provides input for and assists in annual budget preparation. Prepares periodic closing statements and various reports for management and external agencies. Develops and completes periodic and annual financial reports.
• Prepares special reports and financial studies for management and alerts leadership to significant variances from plan. Coordinates and resolves financial compliance or reporting issues to ensure accurate interpretation of policies.
• Develops and/or modifies policies and procedures related to financial reporting, cost analysis, and specialized financial processes. Provides interpretation of financial accounts, methods, and records for directors, managers, and officials.
• May provide work leadership for a finance or accounting functional unit, supporting team members with financial analysis tasks and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance or a related field, plus eight years of any combination of professional accounting, auditing or financial analysis experience. Education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree level of education or certification may be required.
• Ability to apply professional judgment in the application of standard and advanced accounting techniques and principles and make accurate mathematical calculations.
• May require knowledge of the specific laws, ordinances and regulations governing financial operation of the City.
• Experience in external and/or internal auditing.
• Basic typing skills and knowledge of personal computer operation, including proficiency with office software applications such as MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Light physical effort. Some discomfort associated with prolonged periods of confinement to work station, concentrating on figures and computer reports, and video display screens.
• Low level exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.

Benefits

• Full City benefits, including health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and personal leave.
• 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available.
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k).
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually.
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services.

Pay

$94,731.65 - $128,166.35

Schedule

• Full-time
• 40 scheduled hours per week