Assistant Financial Analyst Jobs in Springfield, MA

Responsible for performing highly advanced accounting, financial analysis, and regulatory work. Under the direction of the Director of Finance or their designee, this position is responsible for performing professional and administrative work assisting the Director of Finance and the Deputy Director of Finance/Town Accountant with accounting, financial data collection, audit preparation, budget preparation, research and reporting for all areas of the Town's fiscal affairs. This position will recommend appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory matters and will provide support across all accounting functions and lead special projects and analyses, as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual accounting functions including journal entries and reconciliations, amongst others.
• Reconciles transactions by comparing and correcting data.
• Administers and/or provide technical support services to a department, pertaining to the financial system, computer operation, or other fiscal administrative systems.
• Ensures compliance with financial regulations and maintaining the integrity of financial data.
• Monitors the administration of financial processes and systems developed to oversee financial or regulated entities.
• Monitors financial status by comparing datasets with projections.
• Analyzes market trends, industry benchmarks, and competitive landscape to provide recommendations for strategic financial planning.
• Consolidates and analyzes financial data taking into account Town operations and financial standing.
• Performs variance analysis to identify discrepancies between budgeted and actual financial results, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Researches information on a variety of subjects related to the work of the department.
• Participates in the performance of the routine professional and technical operations of the department.
• Assists in gathering and organizing information on operation policies and procedures.
• Reviews and responds to routing correspondence.
• Performs other duties as required.

Other Functions:

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates
• Continues professional development, maintaining knowledge of new municipal accounting and finance requirements
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort to serve the public

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting and practices as well as the principals of generally accepted government accounting principles; knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and fundamentals related to municipal finance operations and administration; detailed knowledge of GASB statements; knowledge of municipal budgeting; strong knowledge of financial systems related to department functions, experience with MUNIS preferred; knowledge of payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management and end of period reporting; internal controls and audit principles and practices, principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability: Ability to oversee and maintain detailed and accurate records using information technology; ability to work with a computer on daily basis and utilize IT applications as they relate to the functions of the Accounting & Control Division; ability to design and use complicated financial spreadsheets; ability to read and understand financial documents; ability to learn new computer technology; ability to collect, organize, create, analyze and interpret complex financial data; ability to work effectively and maintain working relationships with department heads, state agencies, auditors, and banking representatives, etc.; ability to administer policies and procedures and to be able to explain them; ability to work independently; ability to prepare reports in oral and written form; ability to print and analyze financial reports as assigned; ability to prioritize work assignments to meet establish deadlines; ability to perform basic and complex calculations manually, or using technology; ability to apply accounting theory/principles in performing work assignments; ability to assign tasks, train and supervise staff; ability to prepare and manage an operating budget for the division.

Skill: Aptitude for working with numbers; good verbal and written communication; aptitude for working with and explaining policies and procedures to audiences of various sizes; aptitude for working with people and maintaining effective working relationships with various groups; sound administrative skills within an office environment; problem solving skills; aptitude for working with paperwork and details; skill in using above mentioned equipment and computer systems.

Education, Training and Experience: Must possess a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited four-year college or university, plus fifteen (15) years of working experience in fiscal administration with progressive responsibility in accounting. A master's degree in accounting, may be substituted for two (2) years of the 15 years of required experience. Special Requirements: Must have and maintain: Valid state issued Driver's License.

All appointments and promotions shall be made according to merit and fitness for performing the functions of the position, including factors such as education, experience, aptitude, knowledge, character, ethics, or other qualifications that would determine the best candidate for the position. Examinations may include written, oral, physical, or performance tests or any combination of the various types of examinations. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results on a background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening and verification of information on the employment application.

To apply visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bloomfieldct or applications are available in the Human Resources Department located in Town Hall at 800 Bloomfield Avenue. Applications must include a resume and a cover letter. Applications accepted until sufficient applications are received. Town of Bloomfield is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities, women & persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Anyone with a disability and who may need this information in an alternative format must contact the Human Resources Department at 860-769-3544.