Financial Analyst

Fairfield County • Lancaster, OH • 1d ago

Join Fairfield County as a Financial Analyst -- Where Strategy Meets Service!
Are you a detail-driven finance professional ready to make a meaningful impact? Fairfield County is looking for a sharp, analytical thinker to join our team as a Financial Analyst. In this dynamic role, you'll dive deep into financial data, build forecasting models, support cross-department initiatives, and play a key part in strategic financial planning. From budgeting and variance analysis to grant tracking and even supporting airport operations, this position offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to help shape the county's financial future.
If you're ready to turn numbers into insight and strategy into action, Fairfield County wants you on our team!
Duties
Financial Data Analysis: Collect and interpret financial data to assess the county performance and identify trends or anomalies.
Financial Modeling & Forecasting: Maintain complex financial models to predict future financial performance.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with various departments to gather data to understand business needs.
Reporting: Prepare comprehensive reports, including monthly financial performance reports, quarterly reporting, balance sheets, and cash statements.
Budgeting & Variance Analysis: Assist in the annual budgeting process, monitor expenditures, and analyze variances between actual and projected figures.
Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to formulate long-term financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Financial Management: Assist management in ad hoc departmental projects. Assist in the county procurement process to acquire goods, services, and construction projects.
Assist in the completion of the annual Drainage Maintenance Process.
Assist in accounts payable and receivable and research of vendors and purchase order balances.
Grant Management: Will work to track, analyze, and report on organizational Grants.
Airport: Assist Airport Clerk and complete the necessary roles during the Airport Clerk's absence.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
Entry-level positions may require internships or related experience; mid to roles typically demand 2--4 years in financial analysis or related areas with public finance being a plus
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and derive meaningful insights.
Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in financial reports and models.
Communication Abilities: Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, including staff, management, and external agencies
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in financial software, spreadsheets, and data visualization tools.
Technological Integration: Able to work alongside management and staff to enhance financial system efficiencies and provide deeper insights into new technologies.
Problem-Solving: Identifying financial issues and proposing solutions.
OTHER:
Use of Financial Tools: Utilize software like Excel, ERP, and state financial reporting systems.
Compliance & Policy Development: Ensure adherence to financial and internal financial policies and procedures.

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