Senior Financial Analyst - Research Analysis Specialist Senior

$66,394 - $97,864/Yr

State of Minnesota - Saint Paul, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Saint Paul, MN

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Financial Analyst position at the Minnesota Department of Transportation involves providing critical economic, legislative, and financial analyses to support management's decision-making and policy development. The role includes analyzing the agency's forecasted cash position, assisting in the development of annual budgets, and responding to legislative requests. The position offers flexibility in work arrangements, including telework options, and requires collaboration with various governmental units and MnDOT executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide economic, legislative, and financial analyses to support management's decision-making.
• Analyze the agency's forecasted cash position.
• Support the development of the annual budgets.
• Respond to legislative requests and collaborate with other governmental units on data requests and reports.
• Participate in projects and analyses for MnDOT executive leadership and other offices.

Requirements

• Two years of advanced professional experience in financial or business analysis.
• Experience analyzing data to determine financial state.
• Experience developing financial models, forecasting trends, or providing risk analysis.
• Comprehensive experience with financial databases and software such as Access, Excel, and Crystal Reports.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with state legislative and budgeting processes.
• Experience with transportation funding and requirements for appropriate use.
• Experience with data analytic tools and software such as Microsoft Power BI and Tableau.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements including telework options.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Support resources for employees.