FINANCIAL ANALYST

The salary for this position is $6,257 - $8,322 monthly.

Thurston County's Central Services Department is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Financial Analyst. The Financial Analyst works in the Fiscal Services division and supports both the Information Technology Department and the Central Services Department. The initial area of focus is on primary support of the Information Technology Department. The professional candidate in this position will perform essential accounting and budgeting work that includes financial research, planning, and analysis for management and stakeholders across all the Internal Service Funds under each of the departments. 

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Serve as a key team member in the coordination, preparation, and monitoring of multi-fund budgets.
• Reviews, analyzes, develops, and recommends new or improved efficiencies, policies, procedures, and accounting standards and coordinates their implementation.
• Assures accounting activities are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles as well as federal, state, and county financial accounting procedures. Interprets federal and state guidelines. Analyzes and recommends changes to departmental accounting procedures. Establishes internal controls, performance standards and measurements. Provides training as needed.
• Provides financial analysis for assigned projects and funds. Researches, develops and recommends financial processes, strategies, and methods. Interprets complex financial cost information and budget reports for management.
• Provides a broad range of consulting services to various parties, including the Board of County Commissioners. Researches and responds to technical accounting questions. Creates financial reports, publications, documents, and other reporting projects as needed. 
• Assists in the coordination, preparation, and monitoring of multi-fund budgets.
• Creates monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in assigned functional area.

To View the full job classification, click here: Financial Analyst

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment – Office setting in Olympia, Washington, primarily sitting at a desk.
• Schedule - Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with Thurston County staff.

WHO WE ARE:

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 volun