Fiscal Analyst III

Introduction The Office of Budget and Finance oversee the internal DNREC budget and fiscal management. Summary Statement This is the highest level of fiscal analysis work, responsible for managing and completing diverse fiscal studies to provide insight and recommendations to leadership, impacting an agency’s overall financial position and performance. This level makes decisions on behalf of leadership as a top-level, fiscal analysis expert, with a significant input at the strategic policy level. Work involves performing a financial analysis of state and federal funding, an advanced level of fiscal studies, reporting, budget entries, and recommendations for continuation or changes to operations. This position is also responsible for the development, management, and submission of the departments operating and capital budget while collaborating with the agency heads, fiscal officers, and the preparation for the Joint Finance Committee and Bond Bill. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series. These functions are not an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here. Plans, develops, and conducts diverse fiscal studies including analyzing and compiling financial data, information, and applicable business, financial, and/or regulatory plans. Ensures completeness and accuracy of data and adequate documentation. Identifies errors, issues, patterns or trends, and opportunities for improvement/cost savings. Prepares and produces regular budgetary reports, financial forecasts, and projections based on analyses, which may include estimating revenue, expenditures, or reimbursements. Monitors and analyzes program expenditures for compliance with budgets, applicable agreements, grants, or contracts, as well as state or federal laws, rules, and regulations. Works with division and fiscal staff to review, develop, and maintain budgets.  Researches technical questions regarding financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Analyzes payroll, resources, and other information to assist in the development of staffing plans. Analyzes legislative projects to support development of the capital improvement budget or other initiatives and may evaluate and monitor assets and liabilities. Monitors and analyzes state and federal legislation to determine possible impact on the agency's overall financial position. Uses computer software including financial modeling software to perform analysis scenarios, and automated information systems to research, review, analyze, document, and report on financial information. Conducts other special reviews, studies and/or projects relevant to the assigned agency’s operations and presents findings. May supervise two or more merit full time positions. The elements of supervision include performing the following on a regular and continuing basis: planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, disciplining, and recommending hire, termination, and promotion. Performs other related duties as required. Job Requirements JOB REQUIREMENTS for Fiscal Analyst III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: 1. Applicants must possess at least one of the following: Four years’ experience in compiling, analyzing, and reporting on financial data to ensure effective and efficient accounting of funds or to make projections for financial planning. OR Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Management, Computer Information Systems or related field. In addition to the above requirement, applicants must meet all of the job requirements below: 2. One year of experience in financial administration such as comprehensive analysis of programs, budgets, projects, services, alternatives, and costs; financial planning, revenue generation, revenue forecasting, expenditure forecasting, cash flow management and establishing internal control. 3. Three years’ experience in planning, designing, and conducting fiscal management studies. 4. Three years’ experience in analyzing financial problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising management on solutions. Conditions of Hire DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Benefits