Budget/Financial Analyst

OVERVIEW
The Clerk/Auditor department at Cache County Corporation is seeking a motivated financial professional to perform a variety of complex financial duties, including reviewing and analyzing budgets, conducting analyses, general ledger accounting including accruals, reconciliations, and various internal and external reporting for assigned departments. This is a full-time benefited position generally working Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Compile, review, and analyze data submitted by departments and divisions for inclusion in the County's annual budget throughout the budget preparation period;

Compile, review, and analyze data submitted by departments and divisions for inclusion in the County's capital improvement program throughout the CIP preparation period;

Respond to department and division inquiries regarding budget issues;

Review and make recommendations regarding department budget proposals;

Provide training to departments regarding the use of the County's financial system;

Develop and maintain budget monitoring models and coordinate production of quarterly financial reports, including design and development of a variety of queries, macros, and complex spreadsheets from downloaded data;

Analyze and review budget expenditures and revenue estimates to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations;

Reconcile actual revenue to budget by account, identifying discrepancies for correction and justifying unusual revenue patterns;

Compile and track assets for internal reporting and external audit reporting;

Assist with the external audit by compiling supporting documents and assisting with external auditor questions;

Compile, review, and account for grant documentation and reporting;

Prepare journal entries related to general ledger maintenance and financial reporting;

Perform all work duties and responsibilities in accordance with County policies and procedures;

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting AND a minimum of 3 years of experience performing complex governmental budgeting and research activities OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. The first review of applications will be on February 21, 2024.

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