The duties and responsibilities specified below represent the range of duties and responsibilities assigned to this position and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the work activities for the work area.
Participate in finance system implementation projects.
Perform general accounting activities in the general ledger.
Reviews, approves, and posts journal entries.
Prepare various Prepared by Client Schedules (PBC) during the Audit period.
Assist with preparing various PBCs for auditors and with the annual audit and closing process.
Support financial decision-making by collecting, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data.
Work with internal and external auditors to execute internal control and financial statement audits.
Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analysis.
Assist in drafting and maintenance of accounting and finance policies.
Act as a liaison with internal and external auditors in executing internal control and financial statement audits.
Research technical accounting issues and draft memos documenting accounting and disclosure conclusions.
Apply accounting principles and guidelines to accounting activities.
Retrieve data from financial reporting systems, analyze accounts and various reports, and make account adjustments.
Analyze and interpret financial reports and records to ensure accuracy.
Support other special projects or initiatives as needed.
Review and document the process flows if necessary.
The knowledge, skill, and ability required of a Senior Financial Consultant include, but is not limited to, the following:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Outlook, Word, SharePoint, and Internet Explorer, and extensive experience with Excel.
Advanced knowledge of standardized bookkeeping processes, accounting terminology, generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP), accounting techniques, and other financial rules and regulations.
Ability to identify problem areas and recommend appropriate solutions based on logical consideration of alternatives.
Ability to think critically and flexibly respond to changing requirements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, directors, program, and support staff in a government environment.
Proven ability to communicate well verbally and in writing to many teams to compile, monitor, and report financial information.
Strong cultural competency with the ability to work effectively in an environment with diverse cultures, multiple perspectives, and competing needs.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal direction.
Knowledge of the principles of economic and public finances and financial management.
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy with an ability to consolidate multiple sources of information/analyses.
Preferred Qualification:
Experience working with State and Local Governments like Counties
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Flexible work from home options available.