Financial Business Analyst I

Financial Business Analyst I ISSUE DATE : 2 / 21 / 2025CLOSING DATE : 2 / 25 / 2025ELIGIBILITY : Internal & ExternalLOCATION : FinanceOne (1) Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt VacancyAnticipated Hiring Range : $26.48 - $34.05If you have any issues with the application system please contact Workbright's customer service department at (844) 458-0173DEFINITION : The purpose of this job / class within the organization is to assist in financial analysis, budgeting, grant administration, payroll oversight, and internal auditing to support the City's fiscal operations. This position is responsible for coordinating financial activities related to accounting, budgeting, fixed assets, project costing, business planning, forecasting, and financial feasibility studies to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental regulations, and City policies.This job / class works under general supervision according to established procedures but exercises professional judgment in problem-solving and decision-making.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive) : The essential functions of the Financial Business Analyst I position include performing, compiling, analyzing, and documenting complex financial information while ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental regulations, and City policies; preparing and reviewing financial statements, journal entries, audit schedules, and various federal, state, and local reports, including assigned sections of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), annual budget document, and audit schedules; reconciling and maintaining a variety of funds and accounts, including Accounts Receivable (AR), and ensuring proper monthly balancing of AR accounts; performing bank reconciliations, preparing adjusting and closing journal entries, and resolving financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account data; overseeing and administering the bi-weekly payroll process, including payroll uploads, processing, and distribution of payroll-related accounts payable transactions; reviewing, uploading, and submitting FRS wages to the State of Florida and preparing required reports such as the 941 Quarterly Report and State Unemployment Report; coordinating and submitting all required bi-weekly deposits for pension, 457 plans, payroll taxes, and related items; assisting in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget, including modeling, projecting, and forecasting personnel costs, salary structures, and benefits in coordination with the Finance Director; reviewing budget requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with City policies and processing budget transfers as required; conducting financial feasibility studies and financial modeling to project future revenues and expenditures based on historical financial data, operational trends, and administrative commitments; participating in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) by reviewing and auditing capital expenditure requests, preparing monthly project activity reports, and ensuring compliance with appropriation resolutions; coordinating and reviewing federal, state, and local grant reimbursement requests, preparing grant financial schedules, and ensuring all grant-related transactions adhere to funding requirements; managing debt payments, compliance schedules, financial disclosures, and debt-related reporting, including the preparation and submission of State Local Highway Finance Reports, Capital Recovery Reports, and Community Redevelopment Agency reports; assisting with the submission of the TRIM compliance report to the Florida Department of Revenue to ensure adherence to state tax guidelines; conducting internal audits and enforcing financial controls to safeguard City finances and maintain compliance with governmental accounting standards; analyzing and investigating utility billing functions, identifying abnormal billing trends, and communicating discrepancies to the Accounting Manager and Customer Service Manager for resolution; processing and maintaining records of lien documentation and satisfaction of liens, ensuring accurate general ledger (GL) reporting in collaboration with the Legal Department; preparing and submitting unclaimed property reports and processing abandoned property filings as required by the State of Florida; providing financial consultation, cost analysis, and budgetary technical assistance to City departments to optimize financial planning and resource allocation; assisting with public records requests, financial inquiries, and external audits to ensure transparency and compliance with state and federal reporting requirements; approving department-level requisitions when required and monitoring various financial activities to detect anomalies; performing statistical analyses, financial forecasting, and trend evaluations to support decision-making; attending night meetings and participating in emergency financial management operations as part of the City's Emergency Management Team, ensuring financial operations continue during crisis situations and emergency activations.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education : Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Experience : Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis (public sector preferred) and / or accounting.Equivalent education and experience combination may be considered.Preferred Qualifications : Experience in grant budgeting and financial reporting.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.Special Certifications and Licenses : None required.BENEFITS : Full City benefits to include Florida Retirement System, paid employee health / dental, accrued vacation, sick leave, and more.Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible.In order to be eligible for Veteran Preference you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disabilityIf you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application / selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free and Equal Opportunity Employer!

Salary : $26 - $34