Strategic Financial Analyst – Public Sector Forecasting

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work within Arizona

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Department of Economic Security (DES) in Phoenix seeks a seasoned Financial Analyst 2 to lead financial forecasting, variance analysis, federal reporting, and fiscal monitoring across high-profile agency programs.

You will prepare advanced fiscal reports and analyze spending trends, serving as a primary liaison between FSA and leadership, with potential for remote work within Arizona based on performance and needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and budget processes.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex fiscal concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between FSA and program divisions for fiscal guidance.
• Forecast and analyze expenditures and revenues for short- and long-term planning.
• Manage fund transfers, journal vouchers, and budget adjustments.
• Evaluate impacts of pending legislation on fiscal operations.
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses and collaborate on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Governmental accounting standards

Public budget processes

Forecasting methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration

Tools

Enterprise financial software

ERP systems

Advanced spreadsheet tools

Job description

Department of Economic Security (DES) in Phoenix seeks a seasoned Financial Analyst 2 to lead financial forecasting, variance analysis, federal reporting, and fiscal monitoring across high-profile agency programs.

You will prepare advanced fiscal reports and analyze spending trends, serving as a primary liaison between FSA and leadership, with potential for remote work within Arizona based on performance and needs.