Financial Analyst II

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The purpose of this job is to collect, compile, analyze and report information on technical, demographic, financial and/or budget data of the City to serve as a basis for reporting, rate setting, monitoring or other financial and/or budget analyses. Compiles, analyzes and reports financial and/or budget information to help produce and maintain forecasts of the industry and economic conditions and present illustrations of this information through spreadsheets, charts and graphs. Provides visual management and transparent reporting for the utilization of the funds, prepares and presents to various boards and authorities on the success of investments based upon the determined metrics.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Performs budget and financial analyses, rate study and accounting functions.
• Compiles, analyzes and reports financial information to help produce and maintain forecasts of the industry and economic conditions; presents illustrations of information through spreadsheets, charts and graphs.
• Interprets and/or compare the data that affects the industry; monitors economic, industrial and corporate developments.
• Monitors and analyzes financial performance of the department for forecasting purposes, as well as monitoring of operating and capital budget spending.
• Provides guidance and direction to less experienced administrative, professional and non-technical employees,
• Assists and participates in the annual budget process for specified departmental funds; maintains dashboard metrics and tracking; provides financial projections.
• Ensures City funds are accounted for in compliance with City Charter, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board regulations.
• Prepares worksheets and schedules for auditors fund information worksheets.

Minimum training and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Four (4) years of experience conducting financial analysis, preparing financial statements, cost accounting, revenue rate setting, statistical analysis, preparing journal entries, or related activities.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

We offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules.