GeneralUnder direction of the Assistant Manager, Treasury Ops, the Financial Analyst II resolves moderately difficult treasury (banking) and auditing problems; assists with the development and maintenance of treasury (banking) systems; prepares financial statements and reports; and interfaces with departmental representatives for the three Agencies: the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (ELJPA), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).
APPLICATION DEADLINE : Sunday, October 27th, 2024 (1st Cutoff Sunday August 4, 2024) Essential Functions & DutiesExamples of Essential Functions:- Monitors daily Treasury activities (alone and in teams) for all four Agencies.
- Creates processes to help all Agencies maintain operational cash flows.
- Assists in preparation of debt and investment portions of the San Mateo County Transit District, (SamTrans), Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (JPB) and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) annual operating budgets and financial statements.
- Assists with Smart Safe operations.
- Maintains databases for providing useful information for management decision making; provides interface between departments and/or outside parties to ensure appropriate and timely action on complex financial system and procedures.
- Performs financial reporting, treasury transactions, and auditing activities for all three Agencies.
- Interacts with staff at all organization levels, representatives from organizations and groups, and the public to provide or receive necessary information for a range of activities.
- Provides financial analysis and support on special projects and other assignments as required. Special projects underway and currently ongoing include integrating automation wherever possible to avoid unnecessary manual entries of activities wherever possible.
- Performs professional level functions associated with the management, monitoring, and administration of the Agencies Investment and or Debt Program.
- Maintains and coordinates the daily Treasury transactions with accurate, effective, and timely accounting for operation results and production of reliable financial and statistical information.
- Reviews regular, periodic account statements and other reports to ensure an appropriate account management and adherence and conformity with Agency Investment policy.
- Prepares financial reports for management to review.
- Assists in preparation for the annual audits and year-end financial reporting.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsSufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:
- A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or closely related field
- At least two (2) years full-time increasingly responsible experience in Accounting, Finance, Banking, or Treasury activities
- Must have the ability to accurately analyze and evaluate data and draw conclusions.
- Must be experienced in computerized accounting systems (PeopleSoft preferred).
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of applications including Word, Excel.
- Must prioritize work to affect an orderly flow of accurate information within the Finance and Administration Division and to other Divisions and Offices of the District.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in the public sector is desirable.
Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:
Health and Welfare Benefits:
- Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
- Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
- Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
Retirement Medical Benefits:
- Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
- Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
Holidays and Paid Time Off:
- Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.5 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
- Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
- Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
Financial Planning Benefits:
- Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
- CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
- Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
- Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
- Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
Growth and Education Benefits:
- Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
- Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $4,000.
Other Amazing Benefits:
- Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
- Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
- Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.
Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
