Financial Analyst

**Job Responsibilities** ------------------------ Under general supervision, the successful candidate will collect and analyze financial data, prepare financial reports, journal entries, and bank reconciliations, and take responsibility for the County's fixed asset reporting. Responsibilities may include the following: * Assisting with preparing work papers for the annual audit. * Conducting physical reviews of fixed assets. * Developing and reviewing budgets. * Oversite of accounts payable and accounts receivable review and approval. * System testing. * Preparing and reviewing journal entries. * Researching accounting issues and preparing other reports as required. Other duties may include calculating and preparing estimates, preparing monthly and quarterly reconciliations, reviewing billing and accounts receivable activity, and assisting with special projects as they arise. **Minimum Qualifications** -------------------------- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, combined with three years accounting and/or public finance experience. Requires thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of public finance, budgeting and fund accounting. Must be organized, demonstrate advanced Excel skills, computer literate and possess effective communication skills, both oral and written. Delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external clients is essential. Experience with fixed assets, along with a CPA license is desired. **Additional Information** -------------------------- * ***Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*** **WHY WORK AT KENT COUNTY?** **Invest In Your Future** You can build a secure, lasting career here with benefits that support you and your family. **Make a Difference** Be a part of something meaningful and witness the direct impact of what you do. **Be Part of a Team** Teamwork allows us to achieve together what none of us could do alone. **Lead with Integrity** Be part of a workplace that values honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing.