Senior Financial Analyst (TemporaryExtra Help)

• Participates in preparation of Citywide mid-year update and annual addition the position will lead the Citywide preparation of the annual personnel budget in coordination with City departments and the Budget Manager
• Leads monthly/quarterly/year-end budget to actual variance analysis
• Participates in ERP setup and maintenance related to budgeted accounts projects etc. reviews requests and recommends approval or modification
• Participates in Committee & Council agenda review
• Participates in identifying and testing new ways to configure OpenGov to enhance the budget production and monitoring processes
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Services Analyst in that it performs advanced professional financial managerial and/or operational analysis work and/or provides professional program analysis evaluation and administration. May lead professional level staff and may serve as a designated subject matter expert.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of any unusual or irregular issues that would impact achievement of a deadline organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management. Supervises paraprofessional staff and less than two professional staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring discipline and termination procedures.

WORK SCHEDULE:The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. In addition this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Performs advanced professional financial managerial and/or operational analysis work; supervises and oversees paraprofessional and professional staff in assigned area; may assist in training staff and serving as a lead worker

• Provides programs management in assigned area; provides analytical support and coordination of special projects as assigned.

• Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers; conducts research audits and/or assessments; provides information guidance and materials in support of designated programs; troubleshoots issues and resolves problems; and provides project staff support liaison services and/or general oversight to designated committees external stakeholders or project teams. Monitors and ensures compliance with policy procedures standards and/or regulations.

• Gathers information analyzes and compiles data identifies requirements and trends and presents findings; prepares updates and maintains records reports presentations and databases.

• Participates in the development implementation monitoring and evaluation of assigned division program and/or project budgets and expenditures. Provides procurement recommendations and assists in purchase acquisitions.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned to fiscal analysis may be responsible for:

Providing accounting budget financial management and financial reporting/analysis in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);

Researching discrepancies and reconciling funds and accounts;

Preparing financial reports;

Analyzing and forecasting expenses and revenues

Reviewing and approving requisitions

Overseeing daily operations initiative or projects;

Lead project development design coordinate and implement programs;

Preparing cost estimates forecasts financial analyses and financial statements;

Preparation of the CAFR including financial statements and schedules;

Preparing and coordinating annual budget preparation;

Assisting customers with financial and accounting issues;

Recommends policies and procedures;

Serves as second level of approval for expenditures budget requests and support documentation.

The following are the minimumqualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in business administration finance accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of journey-level professional experience in area of assignment

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• None required

Extra Help employees are at-will and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions if required.

• Upload resume cover letter proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other part-time and temporary assignments.

NOTE:For most positions the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance effective communication skills and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100 all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status medical condition disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:On the first day of employment new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify please contact DHS. you have any questions regarding this recruitment please contactVivian Morales at .