OPS Fiscal Analyst at Cityof Philadelphia

Job description

Position Summary  This position will work with the AVCGP Program Managers and fiduciary partner to ensure timely payments to grantees, monitor both the fiduciary and technical assistance partners for fiscal and contract compliance, assist with the preparation of city budgets and quarterly reports, and prepare expenditure reports and reconciliations for all other OPS grants.   This is a financial position that will report directly to the OPS Director of Finance & Administration.  Essential Functions  The OPS Fiscal Analyst will be responsible for the following duties:  Anti-Violence Community Partnership Grants (AVCPG)  Attend weekly meetings with AVCPG program managers and fiduciary partner agency.   Work directly with grantees to resolve any budgetary/financial reporting issues.  Attend meetings with grantees.  Monitor grant compliance by reviewing and approving grantees’ supporting documentation submitted with spending reports.  Monitor contract compliance of fiduciary partner agency.  Ensure timely and accurate payments to grantees through collaboration with fiscal partner agency and AVCGP program staff.  Ensure timely and accurate payments to fiduciary partner agency and technical assistance providers.  Work with the fiduciary partner agency to resolve any grantee payment and/or budgetary issues.  OPS Financial Administration  Assist with the Preparation of the department’s Operating Budget and Target Budget.  Assist with the preparation of the department’s quarterly budget Updates.  Prepare and submit grant expenditure reports to grantor agencies.  Track all revenue receivables due to the department.  Other duties as required.  Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  Knowledge of:  Accounting principles and practices  Microsoft Office Suite Software  City systems (FAMIS and ACIS) recommended but not required.  Skills:  Strong communication and problem-solving skills  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail  Ability to:  Analyze and comprehend organizational and procedural problems and make recommendations.  Implement policy and procedural changes.  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff, contracted agencies, and the public.  Maintain accurate and complete financial records.  Preferred Education and Experience:  Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or business administration.  Three (3) years of experience in budget, accounting or auditing at a governmental agency or non-profit organization.  TO APPLY:   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and references. Salary Range: $72,000 - $85,000 Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee: Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more. Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave. We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Generous retireme