Financial Operations Analyst

Job Summary: ( General summary/objective ) The Financial Operations Analyst assists the Financial Services department by performing professional work in budgeting, financial, and purchasing functions. Performs professional and administrative work to support the Purchasing Buyer and Accounts Payable Specialist as back up, while also performing a wide range of financial operational duties to ensure smooth and efficient departmental operations. Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Does the right thing, including promoting the vision and values of the County and demonstrating a dedication to integrity, transparency, and excellence Serves as the first point of contact for internal and external inquiries Provides coverage for and fulfills key duties for Purchasing Buyer and Accounts Payable Specialist, as needed Assists with development of the county’s annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Plan Conducts complex financial analysis and generates financial reports Monitor departmental expenditures for negative variances Perform analysis on county revenue trends and perform performance comparison of revenue to expenditures Ensures timely and accurate processing of Accounts Payable invoices Scan invoices and associated backup documentation for future referral and compliance with internal controls, IRS, and public auditor review. Assists with document preparation, presentations, filing, data entry, and records management for budget, financials, and purchasing functions Conducts monthly and annual audits of the County’s Purchasing Card Program (PCard) Coordinates the training and use of the financial software Purchase Order system with department managers and users to ensure all procurements meet policy requirements and that procedures are in place and carried out. Coordinates the training and use of the County Purchasing Card Program including development of processes and procedures in manual, audits, reconciliation, and submittal of transactions to Finance for payment. Prepares purchase orders (POs) in the financial system Assists the Purchasing Buyer in managing surplus goods Coordinate training for and monitor adherence to the County’s surplus disposal policies and practices. Assist the Senior Financial Analyst with fixed assets inventory management Research available state or cooperative contracts and vendors, as needed Assists with tracking and preparing for contract renewals, as needed Assists the Buyer with acquiring goods and services, as needed Assist the Senior Financial Analyst with departmental transfer and appropriation requests Maintain documentation and records for the annual public accounting audit provide reports and documents as requested including analysis for CIIP and Capital Outlay activity. Assist in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Exercises good judgment and demonstrates high ethical standards Actively pursues and maintains respectful and effective working relationships with coworkers, citizens, and community partners Embraces constant learning and actively pursues professional development opportunities Proactively pursues solutions and ways to improve work processes and outcomes Performs other related duties as assigned Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED required Minimum 3 years of professional experience working in some combination of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, budgeting, and financial operations Minimum 1 year of professional experience in public procurement highly preferred Associate’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field, or equivalent related experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills Ability to apply established policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations appropriately Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to problem solve and perform data analysis Ability to frequently communicate and exchange…

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