Finance Analyst, Senior

Full Job Description

THE DEPARTMENT

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is responsible for strengthening Seattle by engaging all communities.

Our purpose is to bring government closer to Seattle's residents by engaging them in civic participation, empowering them to make positive contributions to their communities, and involving more of Seattle’s Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities in civic discussions, processes, and opportunities.

THE JOB

DON is recruiting a new Senior Finance Analyst to join our team and support our community-centered work.

We are looking for a combination of strong budget-tracking and reporting skills and the motivation and ability to work well with internal and external partners with varying levels of technical expertise in finance.

In this role, you will work closely with the Finance Director to collaborate on budget monitoring, fiscal year-end closing activities, and continually improve systems and work processes.

Your work will include:

Day-to-day accounting operations – perform and lead core governmental accounting and financial management functions, including accounts payable, credit card accounting, accounts receivable, billing, encumbrance accounting, project costing, reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and payroll processing.

Financial reporting – prepare and present regular and ad hoc financial reports, and presentations for management and partners, translating complex financial data into clear actionable insights to support decision-making.

Financial analysis – analyze operating budgets, expenditures, revenues, and fund balances; identify trends and variances, investigate discrepancies, and work collaboratively with program managers, leadership, and oversight entities to resolve issues and improve financial controls.

Requirements

To be successful in this job, you are committed to:

• Equity-based, community-centered work
• Using your budget management and analysis skills to support impactful programs
• Respectful and responsive interactions with internal and external partners
• Juggling multiple projects and pivoting quickly when priorities change

To be effective in this assignment, you have:

• Centered equity and social justice in your analysis and budget-related work
• Demonstrated a customer service orientation
• Listened and communicated helpfully and clearly with people who have varying levels of financial expertise
• Performed and led full-range government accounting functions and processes, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Encumbrances, Project Costing, Payroll, Reconciliations, General Ledger, and fiscal year-end closing
• Proficiency in Excel, PeopleSoft, Workday, Power BI, and Access
• Worked with large data sets and pivot tables
• Created projections and forecasts
• Compared budgets to actual spending and addressed variances
• Identified errors and managed corrective action in a personable and solutions-oriented manner

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Qualifications

In addition to the skills and experience listed above, this job requires the following (or a combination of training, experience, or education that provides the skills needed to perform the job):

Five years of professional experience in budget management, financial analysis, accounting, or related work

Or

Four years of professional experience in budget management, financial analysis, accounting, or related work, and an associate degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field

or

Three years of professional experience in budget management, financial analysis, accounting, or related work, and a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field

Additional Information

This job is classified as a Finance Analyst, Senior. The salary range is $54.01-$62.90. New City employees start at Step 1, in a 5-step salary schedule. Personnel Rules will determine the salary placement of current regular City employees.

This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be based on agreement between the employee and management.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

In addition to completing the application at?www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle?fully, please attach:

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Why Work for the City of Seattle?

At the City of Seattle, public service is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape the future and make a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone who works, lives, or plays in our city.

With 12,000 employees across 40+ departments and 1,100 job titles, we are united by a common purpose: to create a Seattle that is vibrant and welcoming for all.

Whatever your role, you’ll help power a forward-looking city that leads by example — inclusive, innovative, equitable, and community-focused — while joining a diverse team committed to solving challenges and making a lasting impact together.

Join us in building a Seattle that thrives!

This position is open to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The Department of Neighborhoods values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy.

The Department of Neighborhoods encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Accommodations:

Individuals with disabilities will be provided with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please get in touch with Kate.Moore@seattle.gov for questions or to request accommodations.