City of Baltimore
Senior Financial Analyst - Department of Public Works
Job Location
East Case, MD, United States
Job Description
POSTING DATE: 11/15/2024
SALARY RANGE: $85,660.00 - $136,935.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
CLASS DEFINITION
The Office of Fiscal Management (Fiscal) is the central financial management office for the Department of Public Works (DPW). It is responsible for preparing the organization's capital and operating budgets, purchasing and procurement, conducting oversight of expenditures, coordinating financing, financial planning, forecasting and analysis, reporting, and overall financial integrity.
The Senior Financial Analyst reports to the Chief of Financial Planning and Analysis. The Department of Public Works seeks a candidate experienced in a variety of financial tasks including building financial models, performing research and analysis, preparing financial reports and summaries, and assisting with closeout processes.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Mathematics or Accounting or other related degree. AND
EXPERIENCE: Have five years of progressively responsible experience in an analytical role.
OR
NOTES EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Katrina Bayton, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Katrina.Bayton1@baltimorecity.gov
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Location: East Case, MD, US
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
SALARY RANGE: $85,660.00 - $136,935.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
CLASS DEFINITION
The Office of Fiscal Management (Fiscal) is the central financial management office for the Department of Public Works (DPW). It is responsible for preparing the organization's capital and operating budgets, purchasing and procurement, conducting oversight of expenditures, coordinating financing, financial planning, forecasting and analysis, reporting, and overall financial integrity.
The Senior Financial Analyst reports to the Chief of Financial Planning and Analysis. The Department of Public Works seeks a candidate experienced in a variety of financial tasks including building financial models, performing research and analysis, preparing financial reports and summaries, and assisting with closeout processes.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Mathematics or Accounting or other related degree. AND
EXPERIENCE: Have five years of progressively responsible experience in an analytical role.
OR
NOTES EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Highly attentive to detail
- Expert in developing and manipulating Microsoft Excel based financial models
- Strong project management skills
- Knowledge of general accounting principles and both operating and capital budget practices
- Capture and report key performance indicators, highlight notable trends and analyze causes of unexpected variances.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments simultaneously
- Ability to translate complex financial transactions and jargon into plain language
- Confidence and ability to work with all levels of management
- Ability to synthesize large quantities of data from disparate sources into cogent insights
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze fixed income securities
- Knowledge of dashboard tools such as Microsoft Power BI or Tableau
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Katrina Bayton, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Katrina.Bayton1@baltimorecity.gov
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Location: East Case, MD, US
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
Contact Information
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