Accountant/Financial Analyst (INTERNAL OPPORTUNITY ONLY)

The salary indicated above includes longevity (1% earned after five years and increases to a maximum of 4% after 20 years). Additionally, a 3.8% cost of living increase has been approved for 2027.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL RECRUITMENT. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF BREMERTON EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, the Financial Analyst performs a wide variety of high-level accounting, budgeting, cash management, and financial reporting functions.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, job costing, budget forecasting, project management accounting, grant accounting, capital asset and inventory accounting and reporting, depreciation analysis, debt service accounting, equipment rental and replacement accounting, preparation of state, federal, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) financial reports. The position researches and interprets accounting requirements and exercises substantial independent judgment in completing assigned work.

REPRESENTATIVE ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Note – this list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)

Respond to financial inquiries from City departments and external agencies and explain accounting, investment, and fund balance information to both financial and non-financial audiences.

Oversee assigned accounting processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely flow of financial information, and prepare complex financial reports, analyses, and supporting documents for directors and managers

Prepare and submit required state tax and financial reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles, and monitor changes in applicable laws and reporting standards to ensure continued accuracy and compliance.

Compile, analyze, and review financial information used in annual reports to the State and other external stakeholders and assist with the preparation of the year-end Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) 

Assist with the preparation, review, and compilation of the City’s biennial budget.  Monitor management of budgets across all City funds, departments and divisions. 

Compile and analyze financial data to support the annual allocation of overhead costs across the City’s operating funds.

Conduct financial audits, evaluate findings, and recommend or implement corrective actions and process improvements.

Conduct research and financial analysis for special projects and prepare related reports, findings, and recommendations as assigned.

Manage the financial components of the City’s equipment rental program, including equipment inventory, replacement schedules, replacement reserves, repair-rate calculations, maintenance cost recovery, reconciliations, and related financial statements. Analyze program performance, identify efficiencies, and recommend process improvements.

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, including project numbers and the chart of accounts, in accordance with Washington State Budget, Accounting and Reporting Systems (BARS) requirements.

Prepare monthly journal entries for all governmental funds to accurately record revenues and expenditures, and maintain supporting fiscal records for departmental financial reporting.

Prepare trial balances, balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and related financial projections; monitor results and analyze financial performance and trends.

Administer assigned grants and loans, including maintaining and reconciling subsidiary ledgers, preparing and submitting grant draw requests, and completing required closeout documentation.

Manage accounting for receipts, expenditures, bonded debt, and capital assets; maintain and reconcile records for material inventory, fleet maintenance, depreciation, and related asset activity; and allocate material, labor, and equipment costs to the appropriate accounts.

Other Duties: 

Regular in-person attendance is required; telework may be authorized on a situational basis.

Perform related duties and special assignments as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Entry Requirements)

Knowledge of:

• Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and procedures governing public-sector accounting, financial reporting, and grant administration.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, governmental accounting and financial reporting practices, and the Washington State Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System (BARS).
• Municipal budget preparation, administration, financial controls, and reporting.
• Grant agreements, contracts, compliance requirements, and interdepartmental coordination related to grant implementation.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Skill in:

• Preparing and analyzing financial statements, statistical reports, spreadsheets, forecasts, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Using spreadsheet, database, word-processing, and financial reporting systems to maintain records, analyze data, and generate reports.
• Developing and maintaining financial reporting systems, procedures, and internal controls.
• Communicating complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Identifying financial or operational issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing practical recommendations.

Ability to:

• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and accounting requirements.
• Organize and prioritize multiple assignments, work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and meet recurring and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City departments, employees, external agencies, and the public.
• Exercise initiative, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential financial, personnel, and City information.
• Implement appropriate solutions and process improvements in support of departmental and organizational goals.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and directly related experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Preferred Qualification

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Physical Requirements 

Work requires occasional walking, stooping, lifting, and moving materials, along with frequent use of the hands and fingers for grasping, handling documents, and operating computers and other office equipment.

The position requires light physical work, including exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount of force continuously. It also requires the ability to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing and close visual acuity for computer work, reading, reviewing documents, and analyzing detailed financial data.

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are performed in a typical office environment.

THIS IS AN INTERNAL RECRUITMENT. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF BREMERTON EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

 

Applicants must apply on-line at https://www.BremertonWA.gov/169/Current-Jobs.

 

Required Application Materials: 

A completed City application and personal résumé are required. Incomplete applications packets will not be considered. Required application materials must be submitted online by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application materials reflect the minimum qualifying experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as listed on the job posting.

 

Important Application Note: Please do not attach copies of certifications or transcripts to your application unless they are listed as a requirement for the position.

 

Application process after submittal - What to expect:

 

Initial screening – Once the position closes, the HR Department will review and evaluate your application materials to determine whether your materials reflect and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required to meet the minimum qualifications.

 

Invitation to Interview – After initial screening and additional review by the hiring department, if it is determined that you exceed the minimum qualifications, you may be contacted and invited to interview with a hiring panel.

 

References – After the interview, if it is determined that you are the most qualified candidate for the position, references will be sent electronically to the individuals listed on your application.

 

Pre-employment Requirements – If/when applying for safety-sensitive positions, pre-employment physicals and/or drug testing may be required prior to any final offer of employment.

 

NOTE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  If you require an accommodation at any point during the application process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 473-5348 or humanresources@ci.bremerton.wa.us  

Salary : $45 - $55