Financial Specialist II

Fairfax County Government
$67,425.90 - $112,377.41 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, child care, retirement plan
United States, Virginia, Fairfax
Mar 29, 2025
Job Announcement Serves as the Financial Specialist II for the Financial Resources Division (FRD) which is in the Administrative Support Bureau of the Police Department. Performs audits and other financial reviews for the Organized Crime and Narcotics (OCN) and Criminal Intelligence Division (CID). Assists with reporting, reviews day-to-day financial and procurement activities, and performs purchasing and payment activities. Performs other financial duties as directed by the Financial Specialist III. Illustrative Duties (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations; Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds; Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects; Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts; Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures; Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial reports and statements; Ability to develop and apply budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and analysis through financial forecasting, rate studies and financial analysis. Demonstrated ability to present complex matters in a succinct and efficient manner to executive level staff. Possesses strong critical thinking/analysis skills and problem-solving ability. At least two years of experience with administering financial/accounting processes and procedures in financial systems other than System Analysis Program (SAP) NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and credit check to the satisfaction of the employer. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work requires the ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and to sit for long periods. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314.DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.govEEO/AA/TTY. #LI-SP1