Fiscal Forecasting Specialist

California High-Speed Rail Authority; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

California High-Speed Rail Authority is seeking an Analyst III (Fiscal Forecasting Specialist) to perform advanced financial analysis and forecasting for a multibillion-dollar project in California. The role supports forecasting across multiple funding sources, including bonds, federal funds, and reimbursements, and collaborates with executive leadership.

Under the Supervisor II, you will extract data from several financial systems, develop forecasts, and prepare briefings for internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, data analysis or a related degree.
• Experience with database construction, pivot tables, data management, and ensuring data integrity.
• Knowledge of accounting, budgeting and forecasting principles and procedures.
• Experience with project forecasting and budgeting.
• Experience preparing financial reports for executive-level or external oversight entities.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced analytical work to support forecasting-related activities across multiple funding sources.
• Navigate multiple financial systems and databases to extract, validate data for forecasting.
• Prepare reports and presentations for Executive Management, the Authority Board, and control agencies.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Data analysis

SQL/Databases

Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting models

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data visualization

Job description

Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

About the Role

Under general direction of the Supervisor II (Fiscal Forecasting Manager), the Analyst III (Fiscal Forecasting Specialist) is responsible for performing advanced analytical work to support the forecasting-related activities of the multibillion-dollar high-speed train project for the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority). This position performs complex financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and data evaluation across multiple funding sources, including special funds, bond funds, federal funds, and reimbursements. The Analyst III will frequently navigate across multiple financial systems, databases, and analytical tools to locate, extract, and validate the data necessary for accurate forecasting and analysis. The incumbent also assists in preparing reports and presentations that will be delivered to Executive Management, the Authority Board, control agencies, and internal stakeholders to support critical agency decisions.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, data analysis or a related degree.
• Computer proficiency and knowledge of various computer software applications, databases, internet-based tools and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Excel).
• Experience with database construction, pivot tables, data management, and ensuring data integrity.
• Experience with general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Knowledge of accounting, budgeting and forecasting principles and procedures.
• Experience reconciling complex financial information, including data from multiple financial systems or sources.
• Experience with auditing and reviewing expenditures and forecasts.
• Knowledge of financial management and financial analysis concepts.
• Extensive analytical experience in the forecasting, finance or accounting fields.
• Experience with project forecasting and project budgeting.
• Experience developing or maintaining financial forecasting models or analytical tools.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and experience working and communicating with various levels of staff across an organization, external parties, and the public.
• Experience in presenting fiscal reports and financial information effectively both orally and in writing.
• Familiarity with project management principles, including planning, tracking, or analysis of project activities.
• Experience working with or supporting large-scale capital or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with governmental accounting, budgeting, funding sources and uses, adjustments, and reallocations.
• Knowledge of the uniform accounting system (e.g., FI$Cal) and financial organization and procedures of the State of California and related laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience preparing financial reports, funding forecasts, and briefing materials for executive-level or external oversight entities, including coordination with control agencies such as DOF, STO, or SCO.

Location

The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.