Washington County · 2 hours ago
Senior Financial Analyst - Grants
Washington County is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst – Grants to oversee grant accounting policies and procedures. The role includes budget development, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance for federal and non-federal grants.
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Responsibilities
Developing, implementing, and evaluating accounting policies, procedures, and financial systems in alignment with County values and federal, state, and grant regulations; establishing financial controls for new grants and programs
Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, and fiscal policies; monitoring and adjusting financial systems as needed
Certifying and ensuring compliance for all federal grant reports and draws; reviewing and certifying non-federal grant reports for select departments
Monitoring grant funds, resolving accounting and reporting issues, and collaborating with the Controller to address concerns
Overseeing grant accounting and financial reporting activities; working with grantor agencies and County departments to ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements; reviewing grant applications and award documents for technical accuracy
Qualification
Required
A Master's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification
A Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification
An Associate's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, of which at least four (4) years of this experience must be in the public sector and includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principal duties of this position classification
Successful completion of a background check
Grant budgeting, fiscal management, and compliance
Government finance, accounting principles, and GAAP
Financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and grant policies
Strong oral and written communication skills
Advanced problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making
Ability to interpret data, develop recommendations, and implement solutions
Accuracy and attention to detail under deadlines
Collaboration and relationship-building with various stakeholders
Leadership skills, including training and supervising staff
Benefits
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Washington County mission is to provide excellent and cost effective services that support healthy, peaceful, safe.
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