FINANCIAL ANALYST

The Arizona Department of Economic Security is dedicated to strengthening individuals, families, and communities in Arizona. They are seeking a Financial Analyst to conduct forecasting, analysis, federal reporting, and monitoring of assigned programs within the Division of Child Support Services. Responsibilities Research and analyze expenditure and revenue trends Prepare forecasts Prepare in-depth and as-needed ad-hoc analyses Develop a variety of fiscal and operating reports involving detailed analysis of financial outlooks, spending trends, staffing levels, and other comprehensive analyses Identify, research, and analyze possible impacts of proposed legislation and funding modification; prepare formal bill analysis Provide financial expertise to Department and programmatic leadership and external partners Skills Governmental accounting and fiscal principles The budget and state legislative process Principles and practices of business administration, including organization theory and management, fiscal management, and budgetary control Statistical analysis and theory Report writing techniques Analysis and interpretation of financial data Initiating expenditure corrections Payment vouchers and encumbrance documents/liquidations Collections and revenue deposits Oral and written communications Chart of accounts Perform difficult and complex analytic work Monitor appropriations, revenues, and expenditures Prepare and review federal reports for grants applicable to assigned programs Develop annual budget requests for assigned areas Act as a single point of contact for assigned programs Use applicable computer programs and software Learn the child support services program and assist in meeting organizational performance measures, goals and objectives Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration with a specialization in accounting, finance or economics from an accredited college or university Benefits Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans 10 paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans Tuition Reimbursement Stipend Opportunities Infant at Work Program Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance Company Overview Arizona Department of Economic Security focuses on serving individuals with developmental disabilities and protecting the aging population. It was founded in 1972, and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is