CO - P4653 - Financial Analyst

Title: CO - P4653 - Financial Analyst

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist II

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The Department of Environmental Quality, Office of Financial Managment is seeking a Financial Analyst for the Clean Water Financing and Assistance Program (CWFAP) to protect and enhance water quality by providing flexible funding solutions and assistance to localities, organizations and citizens of the Commonwealth. This position will be the Principal Central Office contact for coordinating with the Office of Financial Managment to track and report on all funding programs within the CWFAP. Including the Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan Fund (VCWRLF), Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF), Water Quality Improvement Fund (WQIF), Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) grants, Overflow and Stormwater Grant (OSG) Program, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to ensure compliance with all federal and state program requirements and to ensure that funds are accountable. This position also assists the Program Team Lead and Program Manager with evaluating grant requests, developing the quarterly and annual report, providing financial and program tracking, preparing and monitoring the program budget, and grant and contract administration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in effectively analyzing, summarizing & communicating complex and detailed financial information.
• Demonstrated financial and management reporting skills and experience.
• Budget development, budget execution and budget management knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze large amounts of data and derive accurate conclusions, devise solutions, and make recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently and complete them on time and accurately.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and systems of accounting and budgeting.
• Verbal, written and interpersonal communication ability with all levels of employees.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in improving financial processes.

Additional Considerations

• Demonstrated ability in improving financial processes.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Please Read Carefully:

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver’s license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.

Contact Information

Name: Anisha Trice

Phone: 804-929-3923

Email: HROCommunications@deq.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.