Analyst I (Fire Finance)

Description / Position Overview

Analyst I (Fire Finance Analyst)
In this position, you will support the Colorado Springs Fire Department Finance Section.

This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.

• Perform a variety of professional, operational, and analytical duties in support of group or unit activities; studies and research projects; gather and analyze data, make recommendations, and prepare reports on conclusions
• Provide financial support and analysis for operating & capital budgets to include tracking, reconciling, analyzing, forecasting, and reporting across 12 divisions and multiple funding sources
• Specialized financial support and analysis of outsourced departments (Fleet and Facilities)
• Revenue tracking, reconciling, analyzing, and reporting
• Assist with yearly budget process, supporting the Senior Analyst/Supervisor
• Assist in the analysis of “End of Life” projects to include development of the business case, management reviews, and white papers
• Develop content for Quarterly/Monthly financial reviews and reporting to Divisions, Senior Leadership, and Budget Coordinators
• Assist with Fire related accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to include entering purchase requisitions, tracking purchase orders, administering change orders, and receiving invoices for payment
• Support contract management life cycle from the RFP to contract close-out
• Support Senior Business Support Specialist as needed and act as back up when required

• Microsoft Teams to include file sharing, permission management, and facilitation of virtual meetings
• Microsoft Excel to include tabulation, data sorting/filtering, data organization for analytical purposes, data manipulation, and data presentation

• Work collaboratively with leadership and execute defined plans in an independent manner and prioritize work accordingly
• Be highly organized and have excellent time management skills
• Manage multiple workstreams for multiple stakeholders
• Communicate confidently, effectively and efficiently (including email, presentations, virtual, and in-person communication)

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, procurement, or related field
• One (1) year of full-time, professional experience in a related field

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Experience working in a professional environment
• Intermediated/Advanced Excel skills
• Peoplesoft skills
• Strong communication skills

Additional Information

Physical Demands: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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