Fiscal Analyst

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Fiscal Analyst

Salary

$7,079.00 - $8,702.00 Monthly

Location

Stockton, CA (Main Campus)

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2024-00014

Department

Fiscal Operations

Opening Date

04/17/2024

Closing Date

5/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CSEA

Description

To perform the complex, technical, and analytical budgeting and accounting responsibilities and duties; perform a variety of accounting, budgeting, financial and planning analyses for compliance reporting as a basis for high-level decision-making of the District; to ensure adherence to District policies and procedures and applicable laws, rules, and regulations; and to perform and serve as a functional lead in a variety of technical tasks and projects relative to assigned area of responsibility. Uses significant independent judgment in the performance of assigned duties. Decisions have significant impact on the operations and compliance reporting of the District.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
 
This is the advanced level classification in the Fiscal series. Positions at this level are distinguished from Fiscal Specialist, Fiscal Technician and Fiscal Assistant by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, the broad impact of scope, and a high degree of independent judgment and problem-solving.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
 
Receives direction from an assigned supervisor.
 
May exercise functional and technical oversight of lower level fiscal staff.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Development of budgets, compiles large scale multi-year financial projections up to the District-wide level. Research, investigate and evaluate data to develop valid conclusions and recommendations regarding financial options and funding levels.
  2. Perform a variety of complex and technical fiscal duties in the review, analysis, planning, and adjustment of designated Funds and restricted programs; perform complex non-standardized reconciliations and journal entries.
  3. Prepare highly complex non-standardized reports that affect multiple funds and programs using internal and external data and various assumptions.
  4. Serve as a technical resource for staff, outside agencies, and others concerning financial operations and compliance reporting; respond to inquiries, resolve issues, conflicts and discrepancies and provide technical information within assigned area of responsibility.
  5. Provide oversight and assure compliance with District policies, procedures, and practices related to the budgeting and accounting operations and compliance reporting of the District. Evaluate, recommend, and implement procedure improvements.
  6. Work closely and advises regularly with management for budget and financial planning, develops and delivers trainings and presentations to groups in a formal setting.
  7. As determined by the department workflow, review and validate the work of lower level fiscal staff for accuracy and adherence to department coding standards.
  8. Update, monitor, and maintain the Chart of Accounts and ensure the integrity and accuracy with applicable reporting standards.
  9. Participate in planning and lead staff through completion of tasks associated with project-based initiatives such as quarterly financial reporting, interim and annual audits, and budget development.
  10. Perform internal audit reviews, analysis, and validation of Funds and restricted programs; provide internal control verifications for applicable areas.
  11. Provide financial information for program audits and coordinate with independent auditors as needed to insure compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.
  12. Assist in the development, integration and enhancement of the District’s automated financial systems and subsystems and serve as subject-matter expert resource; Participate in testing of new system functionality and/or system developments.
  13. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:
  • General principles and practices of technical accounting and budgeting using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, and the California Community College’s Chancellor’s Budget and Accounting Manual (BAM).
  • Principles and practices of restricted and categorical funding, fund accounting, public sector budgeting, reporting, and auditing.
  • Principles and practices of effective team leadership and training.
  • Standard office procedures, methods and equipment.
  • Principles, policies, guidelines, regulations and laws of various State and Federal agencies governing the fiscal administration of a Community College District.
  • Financial and management information systems used for the fiscal administration of a Community College District.
  • Financial research, data collection and report writing. 
  • Coding and reporting standards; District policies and procedures applicable to area of assignment.
  • Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
  • Develop and apply sound budgeting and accounting methods to a variety of complex financial transactions and technical problems.
  • Prepare accurate comprehensive technical and non-standardized budget and accounting reports and projections.
  • Interpret, explain, and apply District, County, State and Federal policies, regulations and laws governing the fiscal operations of a Community College District.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with management, staff and other governmental units and external agencies.
  • Effectively problem-solve, analyze information, and data with multiple abstract variables. Develop options and make recommendations to management
  • Develop short and long range financial planning models.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
  • Develop and deliver presentations and training to various groups in a formal setting.
  • Work in a team environment, under pressure, and meet deadlines.
  • Think critically, use excellent independent judgment, be detailed oriented, and understand impact and secondary effects of decisions.
  • Work independently without close supervision while serving as a technical lead to lower level staff
  • Organize and schedule work to maximize efficiency.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, ethnic backgrounds and disabilities of community college students and staff.
  • Sit for prolonged periods of time; extensive use of computer keyboard.
Education and Experience Requirements
 
Education:
 
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration or a related field with at least 20 units of accounting coursework. 
 
Experience:
 
Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience performing professional level budgetary and accounting work preferably in financial analysis in an educational or public agency with at least one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.

San Joaquin Delta College offers its employees a comprehensive fringe benefit package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and long-term disability.  This coverage is offered for the employee and their dependents.

Please note:

  • Full-Time Employees - Participation in medical, dental and, vision is MANDATORY and employees may not opt out even if covered by other insurance.
  • Part-Time Employees - Employees are eligible to participate in medical, dental, and vision but must meet eligibility criteria and are responsible for 100% of the cost.
Benefits details can be found at: Employee Benefits Package

Retirement Plan
Retirement information can be found at: San Joaquin Delta College - Retirement

Paid Time Off
The District realizes the importance of creating a balance between work and personal life.  To work at the highest ability, employees need to take time away from their job for rest, recreation, and important personal matters.  To accommodate those needs, SJDC provides generous holiday and vacation schedules and sick time hours.

District Holidays
San Joaquin Delta College - District Holidays

Tuition Fee Waiver
Employees and their eligible dependents are eligible for tuition fee waivers for regular classes (not including community service classes) taken at Delta College. 

Events
All Athletic home events (excluding playoffs) are free to the public.

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Agency
San Joaquin Delta College
Address
5151 Pacific Avenue

Stockton, California, 95207
Phone
209-954-5056