Financial Analyst

Job Posting Open Until Filled

Salary Range : $55,000 - $65,000

Department of Grants and Community Development (DGCD)

Job Description

Financial Analyst and Senior Financial Analyst

Supervision Received

The Financial Analyst and Senior Financial Analyst report to the Grant Services Fiscal Manager. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The Financial Analyst will serve as a credible and professional representative of the City of Atlanta by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, humility, knowledge, and excellence in carrying out the functions of this position

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing departmental assistance to ensure compliance with grant program policies and procedures and accurate and timely recording of financial information in the City’s accounting system and HUD’s Integrated Disbursement & Information System (IDIS)

The Financial Analyst will coordinate with the program analysts, service providers, and City departments as necessary for grant-efficient and effective financial management

The Financial Analyst will manage the spending of various grant awards to ensure that all grant expenditures are reasonable, allocable, and allowable according to all federal, state, and local regulations

The Financial Analyst will track and report program income

The Financial Analyst will review and approve assigned award / grant budgets and disbursements for accuracy, allowability, and reasonableness

The Financial Analyst will assist in the preparation and review of legislation

The Financial Analyst will participate in onsite monitoring and desk audits, perform monthly grant reconciliations, and analyze expenditures activities. Financial Analysts will indicate any discrepancies between IDIS and Oracle to their manager specific to their portfolio

The Senior Financial Analyst will fund grant projects

The Financial Analyst will maintain current training and development on applicable federal grant programs and policies and the systems and tools used by CoA to conduct grants management, including IDIS, HMIS, SAGE, Oracle, Neighborly, Microsoft 365 suite, etc.

Reviewing NOFA applications

The Financial Analyst will monitor the contract’s financial performance, including the “burn rate,” to ensure compliance with the contract terms and immediately notify the manager and program manager of any deviations and potential non-completion and performance of the contract agreement

The Financial Analyst will process reimbursements after the HAP registry and Utilities Allowance updates generated by the Compliance Section 8 Team

Collaborates with Compliance for all annual Section 8 renewal

Prepare the request for YES yearend statement 60 days after the prior Fiscal Year (March 31)

Prepare the request for the budget due to HUD

Prepares the PnG checklist for the legislation

Prepares increments 120 days before the contract expires

Prepare the annual renewal for HUD - Operating Cost Adjustment Factor (OCAF) and coordinates with Compliance Section 8 Team as needed

Prepare and review the project budget in preparation for Purchase Order Creation

Add project setup and tasks in Oracle

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive Financial Analysts will perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Preference will be given to candidates that can demonstrate a strong familiarity and experience with State and Federal regulations regarding grant programs, including HOPWA, CDBG, HOME, ESG, Section 8 Moderate Rehab

Knowledge of federal grant guidelines (i.e., 2 CFR Part 200)

Knowledge of government programs and funding derived from various sources, including federal, state, and local allocations

Knowledge of municipal government administration and functions

Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills to effectively work with various stakeholders

High emotional intelligence

Highly industrious with a strong work ethic, a sense of urgency for action, integrity, and humility that encourages and inspires constituents, a strong sense of judgment

Ability to thrive under pressure, consistently meeting expectations and commitments on tight deadlines, all while managing a variety of tasks and relationships in an efficient and meticulous manner

Ability to plan and organize work; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to maintain effective working relationships; ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize data

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000