FINANCIAL ANALYST 0218

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class conducts financial analyses of information pertaining to cash management, revenue sources, debt service and annual budget proposals. The incumbent works with considerable independence, and must utilize accounting skills in the performance of duties. Work is reviewed through reports and conferences with a professional or administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Conducts financial analyses of information pertaining to cash management, revenue sources, debt service and annual budget proposals;

Reviews County financial statements;

Prepares forecasts of revenue vs. expenditures;

Reviews financial data of contract agencies seeking County funding or regulated businesses seeking rate adjustments;

Prepares analyses and comparisons of financial and debt ratios.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of accounting principles and procedures; good knowledge of the methods of cash flow analysis; good knowledge of the general principles of public finance administration; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to keep a variety of records and to prepare reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, and two (2) years of experience in financial planning, analysis of financial statements, cash flow analysis and/or credit analysis.

NOTE: A Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field will be substituted for the above experience.

04/13/87

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/6/03