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City of Augusta GA

Financial Analyst I (Treasury)

City of Augusta GA, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910


Salary:

$51,371.00 Annually

Location :

Augusta, GA

Job Type:

Full Time Permanent

Job Number:

201203441

Department:

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date:

01/24/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

DESCRIPTION

Reports cash position of government with accuracy and timeliness required for financial investments, debt pay-offs, and grant requests and reporting within guidelines of supervisory instructions, federal and state laws, local codes and departmental policies and procedures. Reports to Deputy Director or other designated person and works with co-workers, department directors, external auditors, bank personnel, brokers, lawyers, and state and federal agencies to invest Augusta-Richmond County funds, maintain accounts, and manage debts and grants for purpose of increasing revenue for County. Coordinates reconciliation of cash accounts on a monthly basis. Coordinates actuarial studies for the government's retirement plans. Prepares annual state and federal retirement reports.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates and/or prepares monthly and annual bank and investment reconciliations.Invests government funds by monitoring daily cash flow, forecasting availability of funds, reviewing market trends, comparing current interest rates, and investing funds maximizing the government's rate or return.Assists in accounting and budgeting duties by aiding departments in the preparation of budget request, performing fieldwork (i.e. analyzing alternative budget scenarios, executing fiscal studies, visiting department heads, and reviewing requests for format and content). Provides data to internal and external auditors.Develops cash management practices, recommends policies and procedures, implements adopted policy.Coordinates the preparation of retirement plan actuarial Studies.Monitors all debt for the government to include bonded debt, loans, capital and operating leases and sales tax.Performs special projects, research, and other related duties as assigned by the Director or Deputy Director.Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, or finance with an emphasis in accounting.

Experience:

Five (5) years' experience in financial analysis, governmental accounting, or treasury/cash management.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of procedures and requirements for financial investments.Considerable knowledge of cash management procedures.Familiarity with relevant federal, state, and local laws, county policies and procedure.Proficiency in budget review and analysis, generally accepted accounting practices, planning, organizing, and establishing priorities.Mastery of financial system operations, local government accounting, personal computers, both in general and specific to specialized software (i.e., spreadsheets, word processor, etc.) performing mathematical calculations and report preparation.Good communication skills, both oral and written.Demonstrated ability to work independently.Familiarity with GASB statements and pronouncementsConsiderable knowledge of Governmental AccountingConsiderable knowledge of budget preparation administration and evaluation

Certification:

CPA, CGFM, or CPFO preferred

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.Human Interaction: Requires the ability to work with others to coordinate the more complex programs and more complex problems associated with the responsibilities of the job. Often represents the department and/or organization when dealing with others.Equipment: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.Verbal: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.Math: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, and ratios; may include ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems.Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving broader aspects of organizational programs and operations, moderately unstable situations, or the direction, control and planning of an entire program or set of programs.Physical Abilities: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Augusta-Richmond County's comprehensive benefit package includes:

Vacation

Holiday

Sick

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our website below:

01

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to conclude if you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for this position. Responses relating to your specific work experience and education MUST clearly reflect the requirements shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Additional information may not be accepted after your application has been submitted. Do you accept these terms?

YesNo

02

Are you a current employee of Augusta Richmond County?

YesNo

03

To be eligible to apply for a posted position, a current employee must have performed competently for at least six (6) months in his/her current position. If you are a current employee of Augusta Richmond County, have you been in your current position at least six months?

YesNoThis question does not apply to me.

04

If you are a current Augusta Richmond County employee, have you received a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension in the last twelve (12) months? (Informal warnings excluded)

YesNoThis question does not apply to me.

05

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with an emphasis in accounting? (Education must be evident on application in order to be considered.)

Yes, I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with an emphasis in accounting.No, I do not have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with an emphasis in accounting.

06

This position requires five (5) years of experience in financial analysis, governmental accounting, or treasury/cash management. Which of the following best describes your experience? (Experience must be evident on application in order to be considered.)

No experience5-7 years of experience8-9 years of experience10 or more years of experience.

07

(Preferred) Do you possess a current certification in CPA, CGFM or CPFO? If so, please be sure to list on application.

YesNo

08

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (If State license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.)

YesNo

Required Question