Treasury Analyst - Treasurer (0125)

Nature of Work

At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

The Coconino County Treasurer's Office is responsible for the safekeeping, disbursement, and investment of public funds on deposit with the office for over 50 different taxing districts. Tax districts include all county departments, schools, fire, water, sanitary, hospital, and other special districts. The department is also responsible for collecting and enforcing property taxes on behalf of all taxing districts located within the county. Annually, the department sees over $1 billion in receipts and expenses and currently has over $450 million in assets under management.

Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in the preparation and administration of the Treasurer’s budget; performs related work as assigned.

Please Note: This position is open until filled. We will review the applications as they are received.

Typical Duties

(Illustrative only)

• Direct bank management operations to include daily cash administration and management of current accounts
• Perform timely reconciliation of bank accounts, with volume of reconciliation exceeding $1 billion annually.
• Review and approve all wire and ACH transfers; ensure transactions have appropriate documentation and authorization
• Assist Treasurer with debt service payments for districts and county
• Manage credit lines with servicing bank on behalf of taxing districts
• Review bank fees and provide monthly or quarterly reporting
• Continually evaluate the effectiveness of operational procedures and controls to maximize departmental productivity and minimize errors made by staff
• Maintain a backup for all financial data
• Maintain integrity and accuracy in financial transactions and reports
• Monitor county daily cash position to cover cash commitments and assist in the execution of daily cash management duties
• Act as a treasury liaison with servicing bank, county finance, and taxing districts in setting up new banking accounts, services, and handling bank inquiries and related matters
• Prepare daily and monthly reconciliation reports
• Coordinates the development of the Treasurer’s Office cost allocation/user fee schedule
• Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy and consistency
• Prepares and maintains records and reports
  
  

Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting, walking, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending and crawling for filing; working with and around others; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist/elbow/ shoulder) for computer work, filing, copying etc.; vision acuity (near) for computer work and reading documents; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity and touch for typing.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, and three years progressively responsible experience in governmental finance or budgeting; OR any equivalent combination of education training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

The Ideal Candidate will possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy to handle financial reporting; problem solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve financial discrepancies and issues.

Preferred qualifications: experience in banking or financial institutions; experience with treasury software and systems to streamline financial processes and reporting.

This position is exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

• Principles and practices utilized in financial forecasting
• The principles, practices, and techniques of governmental budgeting
• Principles and practices utilized in program auditing
• Federal, state, and local laws governing County Treasurer’s financial activities
• Automated office systems, including specialized software
  
  

Working knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration
• Standard office procedures
  
  

Ability to:

• Analyze complex problems and situations and suggest appropriate solutions
• Conduct detailed research and prepare reports and findings
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, County officials, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  
  

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.