Financial Analyst, Senior (DPW)

Posting Expires: 11/4/24

Salary: $72,682.62

Description - External

The Financial Analyst Sr. - Accounting & Financial Reporting is responsible for the accounting and financial reporting aspects of the Department of Public Works. As part of the Accounting and Financial Reporting team, they will be responsible for ensuring that DPW transactions are recorded timely and accurately in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision. May work independently with responsibility for assigned function(s) or program(s).

Major Responsibilities

Accounting

• Prepare analysis of vendor accounts by producing weekly system reports
• Support the purchase order process by creating requisitions in Oracle
• Support payment cycle activities in a timely and efficient manner
• Support improvement initiative of the payment process and maintain historical records
• Maintain regular contact with vendors to address their payment inquiries and other requests as needed
• Prepare reclass journal entries and budget adjustments regularly
• Review general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness
• Reconcile general ledger accounts
• Perform account analysis and develop explanations for significant variances

Financial Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of internal management reporting, including monthly budget readouts and annual budget

Planning and Analysis

• Write data-backed reports to support the management team in making strategic business decisions
• Analyze financial data and create financial models to support leadership decision-making
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics

Other

• Other duties as required.

Knowledge/Skills

Formal Knowledge

• Knowledge of Excel including use of Pivot Tables, data collection and management, etc.
• Familiarity with a variety of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting applications.

Skills

• The preferred candidate will demonstrate:
  • The ability to focus on attention to detail
  • The ability to work successfully and effectively on cross-functional teams and team/collaborative projects
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Passion for improvement
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong reporting skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Due date driven
  • Ability to process numbers quickly and accurately.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Leadership

This person will not directly supervise employees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Certified Public Accountant desired.

Licensures and Certifications

None required

Closing Date/Time: 2024-11-05

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• City of Atlanta

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