SO Financial Analyst

Reporting directly to a Financial Manager, responsible for assisting in the administration of the Sheriff's Office (SO) and County Jail financial services in a manner consistent with the SO and county's policies, procedures, and applicable laws/regulations, and to ensure the safeguard of its assets. Assists with accounts payable when Financial Clerk is unavailable Reviews and develops, or suggests modification(s) to existing, fiscal and administrative goals, policies, procedures, and systems to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the financial and analytical services of the SO, including management of contracts for SO and Corrections Participates in analyzing the economic and financial feasibility of proposed projects, including the preparation of technical, administrative, and cost/benefit analysis reports and presentations Assists with the purchasing activities of the SO, including the preparation and distribution of requests for proposals for services and materials Supports the annual SO budget process by assistance with budget development, implementation, and preparation Attends all meetings and trainings, as required Performs special duties as assigned Organization Relationships Reports directly to Financial Manager Direct Reports No Physical Demands Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment Irregular Hours Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field and three (3) years of business finance or other relevant experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Licenses and Certifications Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to governmental accounting and budgeting Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Strong financial modeling experience Employment Testing Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes Drug screening: Yes Physical exam: No Psychological exam: No Additional: N/A Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr