Utility Analyst

Salary : $59,009.60 - $81,140.80 Annually

Location : Manassas Public Works Facility, VA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 12-01017

Department : Utilities

Division : Utilities Administration

Opening Date : 10 / 03 / 2024

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Grade : B12

Position Summary

The City of Manassas Utilities Department is seeking a knowledgeable, independent thinking, self-starter to perform complex fiscal control and governmental accounting work associated with the preparation, maintenance and processing of accounting records and financial transactions . This position works with a variety of utility divisions and is a wonderful opportunity for a talented individual who enjoys autonomy and independence in their role. If you are seeking a new opportunity where you can showcase your subject matter expertise, consider joining our team!

The hiring range for this position is : $59,009.60 - $81,140.80, DOQ

This is a full-time, benefited position that offers Virginia Retirement System benefits,13 paid holidays, generous annual and sick leave, health insurance, employee assistance program, deferred compensation, access to the Prince William County Employees Credit Union, and several exciting work perks! Tuition reimbursement is also available for eligible employees.

Essential Job Functions

Prepares, reviews, reconciles spreadsheets and other financial reporting in order to process accounts payable , accounts receivable , purchase orders , change orders , budget transfers , carryovers , and adjusting journal entries . Maintains and monitors ledgers on budget & actual expenditures and revenues . Prepares monthly financial reports for Utility Commission meetings.

Assists in coordination and preparation of the annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and budget for each utility fund and prepares statistical data for inclusion in the annual budgets. Prepares the Utilities Annual Report to include gathering, updating and analyzing support documentation.

Establishes and maintains efficient financial record-keeping systems . Design and implement processes and procedures to minimize losses of revenue due to lost collections and proper data entry / account coding .

Independently resolves cost accounting , revenue entry , accounts payable and accounts receivable and administrative discrepancies for the Utility Funds. Provides mentorship, guidance and training to other coordinators ensuring work orders, a / p, a / r and other tasks / data are properly input and accounted.

Prepares monthly billing for water, sewer, and electric large industrial and wholesale customers; prepares estimated annual wholesale utility rates and the true-up calculations for utility wholesale contracts. Prepares and maintains required State, Local, and Federal reports .

Maintains fixed asset and infrastructure schedules for additions, disposals, and depreciation .

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field Two years experience in bookkeeping, accounting data processing

An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered.

Special Requirements

Familiarity with ERP Systems such as Tyler Munis, Daffron Consumer Information System, Microsoft Outlook, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, etc. are all very essential to this role.

Special Note : The hours for this position are M-F, 7 : 30a-4p. After an initial period of successful performance, the position may be eligible to begin one day of telework per week.

The City of Manassas offers a variety of comprehensive benefits packages, participation in the Virginia State Retirement program, generous annual and sick leave and 13 paid holidays for full-time employees! For a full review of the City's benefits plans, please visit our Human Resources website at :

What is the highest level education you have in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field?

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Any degree unrelated to Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• High School Diploma / GED

How many years of experience do you have with bookkeeping, accounting data processing? This includes preparing, reviewing, reconciling spreadsheets and other financial reporting, processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase orders, change orders, budget transfers, carryovers, adjusting journal entries, preparing financial reports, maintaining ledgers, etc.

Required Question

Salary : $59,010 - $81,141