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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Senior Financial Analyst (Temporary/Extra Help)

Oxnard 93030, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$40K/yr - $66K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of Oxnard's Finance Department is seeking a temporary/extra-help Senior Financial Analyst with strong technical skills to be part of their Budget team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for budget development and analysis, and will work with large volumes of data to support the city's financial operations.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Participates in preparation of Citywide mid-year update and annual budget. In 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

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

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

Qualification

Budget developmentFinancial analysisMunicipal financeERP setupOpenGov configurationCommunication skillsTeam leadershipProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field

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

Benefits

Retirement Contributions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Safety Designated Positions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2.7% @ 57; “Classic” members 3% @ 50. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement depending on their relevant MOU. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates: Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 – 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Administrative Leave: Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.

Deferred Compensation: The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a 401(a) plan of its choosing.

Retirement Health Savings: The City contributes 1% to a retirement health savings account.

Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.

Health and Dental: Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below: Level One – For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City’s monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount of $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two. Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.

Holidays: The City observes 12 holidays per year

Life Insurance: City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement: Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement for work-related coursework up to a maximum of $5000 per fiscal year.