Financial analyst

About the position

The Financial Analyst position is responsible for providing professional financial knowledge and skills to support financial decision-making. This role involves budget preparation, financial reporting, and performance metrics monitoring under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating/grants/capital budgets with departments based on actual performance and other factors.
• Monitors and tracks operating/grants/capital budgets for financial reporting.
• Develops current year estimates on department expenditures and revenue.
• Writes and reviews financial documents.
• Monitors and tracks performance measures and assesses data accuracy and methodology.
• Assists in the compilation of monthly management reports.
• Conducts research for special projects.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through workshops and professional societies.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, public administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial management.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial and quantitative analysis.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration and budgeting.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop recommendations.
• Ability to compile and interpret data.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with management and employees.
• Ability to develop financial forecasts.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.