Finance Analyst (13678, Grade 26)

Join our team as the Finance Analyst (Administrative Specialist III) in the Corporate Finance Department, under the administrative direction of the Deputy Finance Director. In this role tasks will consist of a variety of special projects related to the operations of the Department of Finance across a wide array of functional or programmatic domains. It will manage multiple analytical projects concurrently using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), project management methodology, and leads small, cross functional teams in projects. Uses a full range of fact-finding, investigative, analytical and evaluative methods and techniques such as review of financial reports, white papers and literature in government finance, staff interviews, surveys, qualitative and quantitative measures including cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, regression and other statistical techniques, ratio analysis, return on investment (ROI) analysis, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis. 

• Lead team in identifying, preparing and responding to financial and administrative management issues.
• Assist in the implementation of finance technology projects, including those that support enterprise resource planning and customer service.
• Analyze and evaluate (on a quantitative or qualitative basis) the effectiveness of existing policies and policy guidelines in meeting established goals and objectives,
• Research and investigate new or improved business and financial management practices for application to department-wide, inter-departmental or Commission-wide programs or operations.
• Research impact of, and options for, implementing external mandates including those imposed by the Montgomery County and Prince George’s County Planning Boards and County Councils, the Maryland General Assembly, and the Federal Government. 
• Analyze new or proposed legislation or regulations related to Commission finance operations to determine impact on program operations and management and coordinate with Federal, State or County offices to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirement. program operations and management and coordinate with operations to determine impact on program operations and management and coordinate Federal, State or County offices to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Drafts financial policies that reflect best practices in state and local government finance, adhere and complement other Commission policies and comprehensive standards.
• Assist the Commission’s Policy Team in developing and adopting new or updated financial policies, support policy reviews and work session with all levels of management.
• Facilitate stakeholder groups to gain consensus regarding new finance business process designs.
• Develop management or program evaluation plans, procedures and methodology.
• Develop training plans and conducts training on financial policies or guidelines.
• Conduct studies of departmental efficiency and productivity and recommend changes or improvements to department operations, work methods, and procedures.
• Research best practices in state and local government finance, and standards including guidelines, practices and studies to compare and contrast approaches and assess results.
• Serves as an analyst and advisor on financial management matters and other administrative matters specific to the Department of Finance. Prepares formal studies, draft financial policies, executive summaries, final documents, and makes presentations.
• Assists in developing and administering Finance policies, procedures and programs with Commission-wide impacts.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of governmental finance management principles, budgeting, purchasing, payroll regulations, cash management, auditing, and complex financial transactions.
• Proficiency in change management, project management, public sector accounting, business administration, computer science, and financial management technology.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders and establish effective working relationships.
• Proficient in modern office suite software (MS Office), enterprise software, and specialized financial software.

Why Join Us:

• Engage in critical decision-making and strategic planning for the Commission's finances.
• Build partnerships with all departments and external stakeholders.
• Foster high standards of ethics, integrity, and transparency.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and modern financial practices.

1. Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Finance, Business or any related field.
2. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resource Management,
finance or any related field.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 8 years.Classification Specification Administrative Specialist III

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. 

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.