City of Philadelphia

City of Philadelphia

Fiscal and Grants Analyst

Philadelphia, PA, United States · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$80k-$95kDetected 48 days ago
AccountingBudgetingAuditingResearchLeadershipProblem SolvingInternal Audit

About the role

  • Fiscal and grants analysts are responsible for interpreting, communicating, and managing appropriations; assisting, guiding, and teaching program managers operating budgets and budgeting/financial rules and guidelines.
  • It is expected that fiscal and grant analysts work with autonomy and independence while still under the supervision of the MDO Director of Finance.

Responsibilities

  • The MDO Fiscal and Grants Analyst serves a primary fiscal advisory, applying a seasoned professional background to research financial needs, develop budgets, prepare and analyze reports, and plan and review financial operations.
  • MDO Fiscal and grants Analysts will provide support to MDO, Office of Sustainability, Office of Arts and Culture, as well as any other department/office deemed to be a good fiscal administrative fit with the MDO.
  • Support and guide program managers through the budgeting process and other financial operations
  • Collaborate with program managers to identify budgeting opportunities and ensure proper budget and fiscal planning and efficient use of available resources
  • Monitor and maintain financial documentation
  • Develop and implement new internal procedures or practices to improve efficiency, documentation, or adherence to rules and regulations.
  • Manage the grant appropriation process in City accounting systems

Requirements

  • Required Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Nice to have

  • Analyze appropriations allocations to determine opportunities for re-alignment or greater efficiency or responsiveness
  • Work MDO Director of Finance to adapt budgets for changes in governing regulation, program requirements, or shifting priorities
  • Monitor and evaluate fiscal operations for effectiveness
  • Performs additional related work as required.
  • Coordinate with operational program managers to record and process notice of grant awards
  • Monitor grant expenditures and provide regular reports to operational program managers
  • Assist with responding to internal and external audit investigations
  • Strong leadership and managerial potential

Compensation

  • $80,000 - $95,000
  • 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.
  • Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
  • Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
  • The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
  • If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

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 retirement savings options are available
  • Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
  • Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!
  • Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia.
  • As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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