Public Works Financial Analyst

Position Description

Provide monitoring and evaluation of financial activities, and operational performance information and provide business and project management support to Public Works. The current vacancy is in Public Works Administration.

Resume Required- You must attach an updated resume to your application.

Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret operational data for Public Works business lines and projects, including revenue and expense analysis, to support Public Works operations, performance management and operational efficiencies.
• Collect and extract operational data to analyze and interpret data trends making recommendations to drive operational needs.
• Analyze current and historical spending trends, compare budget to actuals, and interpret the data to identify causation of variances.
• Collect financial data and information relevant to the financial structure, and perform financial and statistical analysis that support managing, monitoring, and making recommendations.
• Provide analysis of process, financial data and utilization as requested to drive operational improvements.
• Assist management in the production of cost benefit analysis related to various Public Works projects, programs or operational activities.
• Track capital and operating expenditures to ensure compliance with City financial policies, grant policies, and assist with project management.
• Track grants to provide assistance to Public Works grant managers and Finance staff to ensure compliance with reporting, management and full capture of grant funds available.
• Assist with preparing budget presentation materials and budget program proposals.
• Act as a liaison to Finance while collaboratively working on process improvement, division reporting and tracking of information within Public Works.
• Collect and analyze information on assigned projects and subject areas, and prepare reports summarizing findings and presenting logical and objective conclusions and alternative solutions.
• Assist Divisions in establishing 'good' performance measurement systems using financial and budget criteria and operational methods.
• Nonprocurement contract subject matter expert for Public Works
• Procurement liaison for contract issues
• Complete timely processing of invoices

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of financial analysis, including cost benefit analysis and forecasting.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and report results of analysis.
• Considerable knowledge of the City's organization, operations, finances and revenue sources existing and potential.
• Good knowledge of financial accounting systems.
• Ability to present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels in the City structure.
• Good judgment and political sensitivity.
• Proven/considerable knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel)

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.

Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.