Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
Financial Analyst I (OMBS)
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description
General Hybrid Work Statement:This opportunity is a hybrid opportunity allowing for flexibility between virtual and in-person work subject to the Authority’s telework policy.
Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting or related fieldExperienceLess than one year to include finance, financial data analysis and/or accounting training/experienceCertification/LicensureN/APreferredMicrosoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Financial database applicationsPeopleSoftHyperionMedical Group:Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.SummaryThe Financial Analyst I is an entry-level support position responsible for development and production of financial analysis reports, budget documents, and presentation material. The incumbent prepares clear and meaningful analyses on WMATA’s finances including but not limited to operating revenues and expenses, staffing, and finances forecasting. Performs calculations in support of budget development, assists with analyzing and providing technical support preparing budgets. May provide preliminary monitoring and review of current budget positions. The incumbent works independently under minimum supervision on assigned duties.
Essential FunctionsParticipates in the preparation and justification of the Authority’s budget.Maintains continuing contact with cross-functional stakeholders across the Authority to assess impact of budgetary and financing issues.Utilizes confidential information for the Board Budget Committee hearings to support recommendations to the Board of Directors and to assist in the conduct of research and evaluation of problem areas.Develops confidential budget submissions, reports, surveys, and correspondences which relate to WMATA’s budget and other financial issues as requested by all stakeholders.Monitors real-time performance against budget; identifying and analyzing variations.Under supervised guidance, evaluates budgets, analyzing revenues and expenses.Under supervised guidance, formulates written reports that are factual, objective and conform to financial standards. Prepares reports for next level management review.The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.Evaluation CriteriaConsideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:Skills and/or behavioral assessmentPersonal interviewVerification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety-sensitive positions)Review of a current motor vehicle reportClosingWMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.#J-18808-Ljbffr
General Hybrid Work Statement:This opportunity is a hybrid opportunity allowing for flexibility between virtual and in-person work subject to the Authority’s telework policy.
Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting or related fieldExperienceLess than one year to include finance, financial data analysis and/or accounting training/experienceCertification/LicensureN/APreferredMicrosoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Financial database applicationsPeopleSoftHyperionMedical Group:Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.SummaryThe Financial Analyst I is an entry-level support position responsible for development and production of financial analysis reports, budget documents, and presentation material. The incumbent prepares clear and meaningful analyses on WMATA’s finances including but not limited to operating revenues and expenses, staffing, and finances forecasting. Performs calculations in support of budget development, assists with analyzing and providing technical support preparing budgets. May provide preliminary monitoring and review of current budget positions. The incumbent works independently under minimum supervision on assigned duties.
Essential FunctionsParticipates in the preparation and justification of the Authority’s budget.Maintains continuing contact with cross-functional stakeholders across the Authority to assess impact of budgetary and financing issues.Utilizes confidential information for the Board Budget Committee hearings to support recommendations to the Board of Directors and to assist in the conduct of research and evaluation of problem areas.Develops confidential budget submissions, reports, surveys, and correspondences which relate to WMATA’s budget and other financial issues as requested by all stakeholders.Monitors real-time performance against budget; identifying and analyzing variations.Under supervised guidance, evaluates budgets, analyzing revenues and expenses.Under supervised guidance, formulates written reports that are factual, objective and conform to financial standards. Prepares reports for next level management review.The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.Evaluation CriteriaConsideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:Skills and/or behavioral assessmentPersonal interviewVerification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety-sensitive positions)Review of a current motor vehicle reportClosingWMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.#J-18808-Ljbffr