FINANCIAL ANALYST IV / AUDITOR

Under the general direction of the City Finance Director, incumbent performs professional financial analysis for assigned City departments, including revenue analysis, internal audits and special studies and surveys to summarize and analyze complex financial actions. Utilizes historical data and statistical modeling to project and monitor City revenue programs, fees, interest income, taxes, etc. Prepares recommendations for policy, procedure, internal controls and other actions, as necessary. Assists with general fund revenue budget preparation, monitors budgets and provides regular status reports to Finance management, City Budget Director and elected officials.

Conducts cost and revenue analysis including review of City revenues, expenditures, existing fees, fines, taxes, etc.. Reviews financial reports, plans and capital expenditures; billing/assessments; revenue management practices; operating records and financial statements. Determines appropriate activity costs and proposes alternatives.

Performs internal performance and financial audits of varying complexity to measure department compliance, efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls and utilization of City resources. Determines scope and approach of audit, resources needed; prepares written reports.

Utilizes historical data to recognize, calculate and forecast monthly and annual revenue and expenses for current and future City programs. Assists in the determination of program cost and effectiveness.

Performs complex economic research and studies designed to identify potential revenue resources and enhance existing revenue sources. Reads, reviews and interprets current and pending legislation with potential impact on costs to the City, its programs and revenue streams.

Provides input for, and assists in, annual budget preparation. Prepares periodic closing statements and various reports for management and outside agencies. Develops and completes annual financial reports.

Participates in management of City Fraud, Waste and Abuse program. Reviews and investigates incoming referrals, reports and complaints of fraud, waste and abuse. Develops and conducts fraud and waste prevention training, as assigned, to managers and employees.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus eight years of any combination of professional accounting, auditing or financial analysis experience. Education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree level of education or certification may be required.

Ability to apply professional judgment in the application of standard and advanced accounting techniques and principles, make accurate mathematical calculations, and operate a 10-key calculator.

May require knowledge of the specific laws, ordinances and regulations governing financial operation of the City and experience in municipal accounting/auditing.

Basic typing skills and knowledge of personal computer operation, including proficiency with office software applications such as MS Word and Excel.

Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.

Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.

Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

Must be bondable at standard rates.

Desired Qualifications:
CIA or CPA

Data analytics experience