Financial Analyst

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Financial Analyst

Salary

$82,284.80 - $133,515.20 Annually

Location

390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2024-00237

Division

Community Development

Department

HRA-Admin

Opening Date

09/16/2024

Closing Date

9/30/2024 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us is on our website (https://metrocouncil.org/) .

The Community Development Division is accepting applications for a Financial Analyst within our Finance and Administration Department.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

TheFinancial Analyst performs a variety of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities including budgeting, forecasting, building financial models, cash flow projections, performing research, and financial analysis. Provides ongoing monitoring of the division’s operating and capital budgets and develops monthly performance reports and quarterly budget amendments. Serves as a liaison across Council divisions and with external stakeholders. Participates in the development of financial policies and procedures. Promotes an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.

The Finance and Administration Department leads financial strategy, budget development, and grant management for both the Community Development and Metropolitan Transportation Services operating divisions. Persons in this position will join a collaborative team of 14 people from various operating and capital budget, policy, and grant management backgrounds with values centered in service, relationships, equity, innovation, and accountability. The team is collectively responsible for managing over a $1B capital program, $340M annual operating and passthrough budget, and a $500M grant portfolio.

The Community Development Division is responsible for the Council’s regional long-range planning efforts; planning and technical assistance to local governments; planning for and funding the regional parks and open space system; delivering rent assistance through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority; and delivering the Livable Communities Act grant programs.

Note: The salary indicated in this posting is the full salary range for the position. The final hiring salary will be determined based on the finalists' qualifications, our internal pay structure, and benefits. Please complete the education, work history, and responses to the supplemental questionsANDattach a resume.

Note: This position is eligible for a hybrid (remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

What you would do in this job

• Develop, track and monitor the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority annual operating budget.

• Work in partnership with Metro HRA team members to develop ad hoc and routine reports related to average rents and federal funding forecasts.

• Research economic data and market conditions and prepare reports based on scenario analysis and financial outcomes.

• Optimize the use of program utilization tools through the US Department of Housing and Urban Development

• Responsible for the annual budget planning process for assigned area(s) and develops quarterly operating performance reports and quarterly budget amendments.

• Collaborate on capital budgets and 6-year capital improvement plans.

• Promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.

• Evaluate procedures, practices, and standards for impact on equity.

• Monitor and enforce compliance with all external and internal governmental laws, policies and standards including but not limited to federal, state and Metropolitan Council as well as GAAP standards.

• Foster a customer service mentality and ensure a high level of service to all stakeholders requiring timely and accurate financial information.

• Work closely with all team members ensuring best practices and help where needed or requested.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Education/Experience:

• Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field,AND seven years of progressive responsibility in budget development and financial analysis; OR

  Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field,AND five years of progressive responsibility in budget development and financial analysis.

  What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience developing complex or large budgets.

• Experience preparing reports, executive summaries, and preparing presentations.

• Experience analyzing financial statements and performing budget to actual variance analysis.

• Experience developing forecasting models to examine future financial performance.

• Demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.

• Experience in project management, leading advanced ad hoc financial analysis and research projects, and preparing reports based on scenario analysis and financial outcomes.

• Experience working with principles and practices of accounting and internal controls.

  What knowledge, skills, and abilities you need to have to be successful in this job:

• Knowledge of budget development and administration principles, practices, and procedures.

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of accounting and internal controls.

• Skills in developing and utilizing forecasting models for accurate, fast, flexible budget variance and forecasting.

• Skills in clarifying, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.

• Advanced critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

• Ability to present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to utilize forecasting models for accurate, fast, flexible budget variance and forecasting.

• Ability to quickly prioritize and act on requests for information.

• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment to escalate issues to the manager.

• Ability to develop and enforce established policy/procedures and internal controls.

• Ability to foster a customer service mentality to ensure a high level of service to all internal.

  What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

• We encourage employees to develop skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.

• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.

  An organization committed to promoting and supporting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.

  More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

Union/Grade: AFSCME/GRADE H

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:

You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

What steps does the recruitment process involve:

• We review your minimum qualifications.

• We rate your education and experience.

• We conduct a structured panel interview.

• We conduct a selection interview.

  Once you have completed the steps above, then:

  If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check verifying education and employment. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they relate to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

As an existing Metropolitan Council employee, you are required to pass a criminal background check if the position you applied for is safety-sensitive, involves supervisory or managerial responsibilities, is within the Finance, Information Services, or Human Resources departments, or entails access to financial records, databases, cash, vouchers, or transit fare cards.

IMPORTANT : If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is dedicated to fostering diversity and equal opportunity. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans, to apply.

If you have a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic

• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

• parking at many job locations

• fitness centers at many job locations

• Employee Assistance Program

• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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  Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

• Yes

• No

  02

  How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

• CareerForce Center

• Community Event/Organization

• Employee Referral

• Facebook

• Glassdoor

• Indeed

• Job Fair

• LinkedIn

• Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

• Twitter

• Website: governmentjobs.com

• Website: metrocouncil.org

• Website: metrotransit.org

• Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

• Other

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  If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

  04

  Please select the option that best indicates your education and experience.

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or related field AND seven years of progressive responsibility in budget development and financial analysis.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or related field AND five years of progressive responsibility in budget development and financial analysis.

• None of the above.

  05

  Please list your related educational degree(s) and/or certifications(s) below. If you do not have this, please indicate "N/A."

  06

  Please select the items below that apply to your education, experience, and certification (select all that apply.

• Experience developing complex or large budgets, preparing executive summary and preparing presentations.

• Experience analyzing financial statements, performing budget to actual variance analysis and preparing reports that are clear and concise.

• Experience developing forecasting models to examine future financial performance, evaluating forecasts against actual performance and providing recommendations.

• Experience in project management, leading advanced ad hoc financial analysis and research projects and preparing reports based on scenario analysis and financial outcomes.

• Experience working with principles and practices of accounting and internal controls.

• Demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.

• Experience working with affordable housing programs, federal rental assistance programs, and/or external housing funding partners.

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  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience developing and working with complex or large budgets, preparing executive summary's and preparing presentations, please describe that experience including duties performed, budget size (approximate dollar value) where it took place, and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

  08

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience analyzing financial statements, performing budget to actual variance analysis, and preparing summary reports resulting from the analysis that are clear and concise, please describe that experience, including duties performed, where it took place, and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

  09

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience developing forecasting models to examine future financial performance and evaluating the forecasts against actual performance and providing recommendations, please describe that experience, including duties performed, where it took place, and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A.

  10

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience in project management, leading advanced financial analysis and research projects and preparing reports based on scenario analysis and financial outcomes, please describe that experience including duties performed, where it took place, and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

  11

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience working with principles and practices of accounting and internal controls, please describe that experience, including duties performed, where it took place, and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

  12

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have a demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees, please describe your experience. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

  13

  If you indicated in question #6 that you have experience working with affordable housing programs, federal rental assistance programs, and/or external housing funding partners, please describe that experience including duties performed, where it took place and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

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Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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