FINANCIAL BUSINESS ANALYST SPECIALIST SENIOR

BASIC FUNCTION

To maintain, modify and design various county-wide automated budget system pro­grams, and plan, coordinate, and manage these systems through the County's Budget process.

This project position is currently funded through December 31, 2026. An extension through June 30, 2028, has been requested, with the potential for additional extensions based on project needs and funding.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

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Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Modifies and improves existing budget system software; devel­ops and modifies budget system process to support the County Budget development process.
• Modifies, designs, and programs budget system reports, and processes; docu­ments all aspects of the budget system.
• Maintains and improves County Budget development database applications; insures the applications are built and maintained as a relational database with sound design practices; analyzes user and database activity during the budget process to prevent application problems and faults; remains current with database and information technology trends and tools; utilizes technology innovations to provide and implement solutions and improvements within budget processes; remains current with budget and financial analysis tools and processes.
• Assists in coordinating manual and automated financial systems to improve accuracy and provide timely management information.
• Answers inquiries and disseminates budget system information to users as necessary; trains personnel in the use of the budget system.
• Conducts, participates in and coordinates a variety of budget related special studies.
• Develops training programs and trains personnel in the use of computerized budget systems.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required with IT certification in multiple directly related specialties preferred; PLUS, five (5) years of directly related systems experience; OR, any combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abili­ties. Previous financial system experience at a governmental agency is preferred. Must pass job related tests.

Additional Information

Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge of:

• the principles and practices of budgeting and financial management as applied to public jurisdictions
• the tools, standards, methods, best practices and industry trends applicable to database development and application across a large complex organization
• methods and procedures used in conducting detailed systems analysis;
• computers and computer software
• capital and operating budget procedures
• high level user report language

Ability To

• utilize computer technology to perform assigned duties
• interpret administrative directives and use initiative and sound judgment in applying same to work situation
• analyze and solve problems associated with systems development or programming
• analyze, interpret and communicate complex financial information
• apply the principles and theories of finance and accounting to complex issues
• communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• plan and organize the work and work independently without immediate supervision
• work under pressure and meet deadlines
• maintain the confidentiality of information
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors, peers, associates and the general public

SUPERVISION

Employees in this class receive direction from an administra­tive superior as assigned. The work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through meetings, reports and results obtained.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in the usual office environment.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

County Benefits

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. R eview the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may not be considered. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question