Financial Compliance & Reporting Analyst

General Description Of Duties

• Position subject to close at any time**
  
  

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Performs professional-level financial analysis and reporting with primary responsibility for monitoring complex funds, preparing financial statements and reports, and ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards and audit requirements. The position emphasizes financial reporting, audit coordination, regulatory compliance, and analytical review of financial data. Employees in this classification are expected to exercise considerable independent professional judgment in evaluating financial information, interpreting accounting standards, and supporting process improvements. Work is performed under the direction of the Financial Services Assistant Director and is reviewed through audits, observations, analysis of reports, and evaluation of results obtained.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Assists in planning, preparing, and ensuring the timely completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, State Annual Financial Report, and other mandated financial reports.
• Ensures compliance with Government Accounting Standard Board, generally accepted accounting principles, and applicable local, federal, and state reporting requirements.
• Serves as liaison with external and internal auditors, coordinating and responding to audit requests.
• Assists in providing analytical support and compliance guidance to fiscal staff, management, and internal departments.
• Assists in evaluating and recommending improvements to accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting processes to maintain compliance and accuracy.
• Reviews and analyzes financial transactions, revenues, and expenditures to ensure consistency with regulations and approved budgets.
• Monitors, researches, and assists in the implementation of new accounting and reporting standards as issued by GASB and other regulatory authorities.
• Coordinates financial closeout activities, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory deadlines.
• Assists with development and revision of compliance-related financial policies, including travel and expenditure regulations.
• Conducts quarterly training and workshops to ensure staff compliance with accounting standards and County financial policies.
• Prepares supporting documentation and reconciliations to validate the accuracy of reported financial data.
• Provides assistance to the Financial Services Assistant Director on complex analytical projects and compliance initiatives.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary, which are related or logical in assignment to the position.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, reporting, or accounting, preferably in a government or public sector setting. An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training may be considered to meet the requirements.

Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, including GAAP, GASB standards, and state/federal reporting requirements. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of financial reporting, fund accounting, auditing practices, and internal control frameworks.
• Skill in analyzing, reconciling, and interpreting complex financial data to prepare accurate reports and statements.
• Skill in using financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to collect, organize, and present data.
• Skill in using financial systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools).
• Ability to ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and audit requirements.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, evaluate risks, and recommend process and policy improvements.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with auditors, staff, management, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly through reports, presentations, and training.
  
  

Physical Demand Requirements

Physical Demand: Light

• 20 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 lbs.
• If less lifting is involved, significant walking/standing may be required.
• If mostly sitting is involved, it will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or the safety of self and others.
• Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.