Financial Specialist II

This position will serve as the department's general fund budget analyst located in the Financial Resources Division of the Administrative Support Bureau of the police department. Under the division's Financial Specialist III supervision, creates and reconciles budget spreadsheets to track the operational expenses budget for all divisions/bureaus in the police department's budget. Responsible for daily verifications of available funding required for all inter-departmental requisitions and monitoring of the department's operating expense activities through an in-house developed PC system. Serves as the budget section's liaison with other county agencies and inter-departmental command staff on related general fund budgetary matters. Keeps informed of inter-departmental funding trends, issues, and requirements.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations; Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds; Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects; Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts; Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures; Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status. (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial reports and statements; Ability to develop and apply budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master’s degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:

• Criminal Background Investigation
• Credit Check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and analysis through financial forecasting, rate studies and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex matters in a succinct and efficient manner to executive level staff.
• Possesses strong critical thinking/analysis skills and problem-solving ability.
• At least two years of experience with administering financial/accounting processes and procedures in financial systems other than System Analysis Program (SAP).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
• Work is generally sedentary; however, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carry items under five pounds.
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected]. EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-AL1 Requisition 26-01427