Financial Analyst II

General Hybrid Work Statement:

This opportunity is a hybrid opportunity allowing for flexibility between virtual and in-person work subject to the Authority’s telework policy.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting, or related field

Experience

• At least, one year of finance, accounting and/or financial data analysis experience

Certification/Licensure

• N/A

Preferred

• Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Financial database applications
• PeopleSoft
• Hyperion

Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst II is a support position responsible for development and production of financial analysis reports, budget documents, and ensures transactions, systems and procedures comply with regulations, accounting principles and standards. Applies in depth knowledge typically obtained through education along with internal experience to explain findings. Prepares worksheets used to gather and track budget data. Performs calculations in support of budget development. Analyzes and provides technical assistance in preparing budgets and analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in the preparation and justification of the Authority’s budget
• Maintains continuing contact with cross functional stake holders across the Authority to assess impact of budgetary and financing issues
• Monitors real time performance against budget, identifying and analyzing variations Evaluates budgets, analyzing revenues and expense
• Performs financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• Reviews and analyzes trends and forecasts to recommend actions for optimization
• Analyzes financial data and provides assistance in creating financial models for decision support
• Reports on financial performance and prepares for regular leadership reviews
• Analyzes past results, performs variance analysis, identifies trends, and makes recommendations for improvements
• Works closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Performs research and analyzes financial data to recommend quality improvement to current processes
• Develops adhoc and special reports summarizing project status/results, presentations to functional management and provides recommendations impacting business decisions

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.