Fiscal Analyst II

Introduction

To represent the Governor in issues involving DOT and to provide leadership as the department strives to be a transparent, efficient and accountable institution in which safety, performance management and customer satisfaction are of highest priority. Click here to learn more about DelDOT Office of Secretary Division.

Summary Statement

Assist in the development and administration of DelDOT's Capital and Operating Budgets, Six-Year Capital Transportation Program (CTP), State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP), and related budget authorizations and amendments. Support the development and monitoring of FHWA and FTA Federal Obligation Plans, ensuring fiscal constraint and compliance with federal requirements. Prepare complex financial analyses, reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence to monitor project funding, track Advance Construction balances, and support transportation program decision-making.

Essential Functions

• Plans, develops, and conducts diverse fiscal studies including analyzing and compiling financial data, information, and applicable business, financial, and/or regulatory plans.
• Ensures completeness and accuracy of data and adequate documentation.
• Identifies errors, issues, patterns or trends, and opportunities for improvement/cost savings.
• Prepares and produces regular budgetary reports, financial forecasts, and projections based on analyses, which may include estimating revenue, expenditures, or reimbursements.
• Makes sure program expenditures comply with budgets, applicable agreements, grants, or contracts, as well as state or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Works with division and fiscal staff to review, develop, and maintain budgets.
• Researches technical questions regarding financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Analyzes payroll, resources, and other information to assist in the development of staffing plans.
• Evaluates and monitors assets and liabilities.
• Maintains awareness of state and federal legislation to determine possible impact on the agency's overall financial position.
• Utilizes computer software including financial modeling software to perform analysis scenarios, and automated information systems to research, review, analyze, document, and report on financial information.
• Conducts other special reviews, studies and/or projects relevant to the assigned agency’s operations and presents findings.
• Might supervise two or more merit full time positions. The elements of supervision include performing the following on a regular and continuing basis: planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, disciplining, and recommending hire, termination, and promotion.

Job Requirements

• Four years’ experience in compiling, analyzing, and reporting on financial data to ensure effective and efficient accounting of funds or to make projections for financial planning.
• Or possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Management, Computer Information Systems or a related field.
• Six months’ experience in financial administration such as comprehensive analysis of programs, budgets, projects, services, alternatives, and costs; financial planning, revenue generation, revenue forecasting, expenditure forecasting, cash flow management and establishing internal control.
• Two years’ experience in planning, designing, and conducting fiscal management studies.
• Two years’ experience in analyzing financial problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising management on solutions.

Conditions of Hire

• A valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
• A satisfactory criminal background check.
• Pre-employment drug testing.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com . If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov . The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.