Financial Analyst I - Departmental Analysis Division

Job Description Summary

Department - Finance

Job Description

Open Until Filled

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5534 - Financial Analyst I - Central Services

Salary Grade: 11

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $54,142 - $64,958 Annually 

Pay Range: $54,142 - $75,774 Annually 

Range Explanation:

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The first review of applications will be on 10/03/2025.

The Pima County Department of Finance and Risk Management is seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to join our Departmental Analysis Division. In this position, you will assist in the development of annual operating budgets and monitor those adopted budgets through monthly analysis, analytical tools, and reporting. Responsibilities include preparing and adjusting journal entries in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), reviewing transactions for compliance with the chart of accounts, projecting year-end financial outcomes, and other detailed ad hoc projects. The successful candidate will work closely with department contacts and gain a keen understanding of the department's operations. If you enjoy working collaboratively within a team of dedicated professionals and have a passion for learning, growing, and serving others in a fast-paced business environment, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you to join our team.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Monitors departmental spending under supervision, assists in gathering and compiling forecast data, and contributes to the preparation of monthly expenditure and revenue forecast reports;
• Supports the preparation, analysis, review, and monitoring of countywide budgets, personnel changes, and funding adjustments under guidance;
• Assists with gathering and organizing budgetary and financial data to support studies on the feasibility of initiating or expanding programs or services;
• Provides entry-level technical assistance to departments in budget preparation by clarifying financial policies, procedures, and processes and assisting with the use of the automated budget system;
• Assists in the preparation of preliminary funding recommendations by compiling and organizing revenue and expenditure data and program performance measures;
• Compiles and organizes data for inclusion in the annual countywide budget documents and assists in reconciling financial data under supervision;
• Supports inventory reconciliations to help ensure proper controls are in place to safeguard county assets;
• Assists in preparing internal financial and budget reports by gathering and organizing data;
• Tracks and compiles information on proposed and current legislation under direction to support impact analysis and compliance efforts;
• Performs other entry-level duties as assigned to support departmental and countywide goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field as defined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

(A Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. 

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Experience with/knowledge of financial accounting.
• Experience with/knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Access.
• Experience with/knowledge of budgeting.

• Customer Service Experience.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, or closely related field.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.  

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.