Revenue Analyst

Revenue Analyst

CITY OF MABLETON

Mableton, GA Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Qualifications Google Workspace Management Financial software Accounting and finance experience Productivity software

Training Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Accounting / Financial Ops Manager the Revenue Analyst/ Specialist position is responsible for performing technical, professional-level support to the Finance Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversees collections all revenues due to the City to ensure timely and complete collection of the City's revenues. Revenue includes excise taxes, assessments and other fees collected by the City. Coordinates with the specific local, state or federal agency charged with collection and disbursement of taxes to ensure that the City receives its appropriate share. Manages the issuance of alcohol licenses, and business licenses, ensuring that businesses are not delayed due to backlog or inefficiency. Periodically reviews processes and procedures and looks for new and better ways to serve the public. Administers the fees, charges, and other miscellaneous revenue that is associated to utilities, private enterprises or individuals as they interface with City programs. Develops and implements City policy as it pertains to payment and enforcement of revenue owned to the City. Prepares reports on revenue collected weekly and monthly. Analyzes and reports on trends. Manages department to ensure orderly processing of requests and ensuring a high level of customer service and satisfaction. Ensures all accounts are current and postings are accurate. Prepares journal entries and accruals as necessary for closing. Independently performs complex financial analysis and prepare highly technical reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to assist in determining revenue collection and license processing trends. Prepares statistical studies and trend analysis using internal and external information to demonstrate relevant changes and recommend improvements or solutions. Supervise and assist with the daily reconciliation of cashier collections. Review and assists with the reconciliation of revenue receipts/receivables into the financial system. Analyzes and recommends approval or denial of business tax refund requests in accordance with Revenue Division policies and procedures; maintains records of all outstanding refund requests or overpayments on taxpayer accounts. Provides management with support for special projects; acquires, analyzes, and utilizes data to generate reports, recommendations, justifications, and presentations. Participates in securing the proper licensing, assessment, and payment of business license taxes as well as auditing business, professional, and occupational license tax returns. Provides subject matter expertise regarding the City's revenue streams. Ensures the correct revenue amounts are received and assist with the identification of new revenue sources by researching local and national economic trends. Works with City departments to achieve maximum efficiency in fee collection. Assist in the continual development of policies and procedures relating to the management of revenues. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

These duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field and/or 3 years experience in local government revenues. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in governmental accounting. Ability to supervise and train staff effectively. Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant financial software. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Satisfactory credit and background check. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental revenue collection. Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including budget development and implementation. Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, local ordinances, and department policies and procedures. Skill in developing and implementing policies and procedures. Skill in utilizing financial computer software programs. Skill in problem solving and decision making. Skill in management and supervision. Skill in gathering and analyzing complex data. Skill in operating standard office equipment. Skill in oral and written communication. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field and/or 5 years experience of finance experience in local government revenues.