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Senior Finance Analyst
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City of Encinitas
Encinitas, CA (In Person)
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Deliver. The City of Encinitas is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst with exceptional organizational and technical accounting skills to join the Finance Department. This position reports to the Financial Reporting Manager and will supervise other staff accountants and technicians in the department. You will be a key contributor to the year-end audit and preparation of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as well as the preparation and review of other grant-related audits and financial reports. You will be responsible for recording investment activity, preparing investment reports, and ensuring compliance with the City's investment policy. Other duties include preparing complex journal entries, grant and account reconciliation, financial analysis, leading ad-hoc accounting related projects, and providing accounting support to all departments and Districts in the City. This is an exciting growth opportunity in the Finance Department in one of California's most vibrant coastal cities. Your Role in Finance The Senior Finance Analyst supports the detailed work of the Finance Department by performing a broad range of accounting, financial analysis, and administrative tasks. The role requires knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards, strong multitasking skills, the ability to shift priorities quickly, the ability to work efficiently in a variety of software platforms and comfort managing several projects at once. You will work both independently and collaboratively with other departments in the City. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a self-starter, who is analytical, detail oriented, organized, and an effective communicator with a passion for public service. They possess strong accounting and financial reporting skills, the ability to research and implement complex accounting standards with little supervision, perform complex data analysis, and have advanced software skills. At the Senior Finance Analyst level, candidates bring deeper experience in complex accounting standards including knowledge of accounting processes and effective internal controls. They can train and supervise accounting staff and perform high-level project or accounting policy work. Successful candidates thrive in a dynamic environment and demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities. Why You'll Love Working Here Encinitas is a scenic coastal city known for its six miles of shoreline, engaged community, and strong commitment to sustainability, recreation, and the arts. Employees enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture grounded in public service and continuous improvement. Encinitas city hall is located just blocks from the beach and near historic downtown. The City also offers excellent benefits, contributing to a positive work-life balance and long-term career satisfaction. In this role, your work will directly support financial accounting and reporting across departments for the City. Preparation and review of journal entries and supporting documentation Reconciliation of subledgers to the general ledger for various City grants Accounting of investment activity and preparing monthly and quarterly reports Prepare supporting documentation for the year end audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as well as the City's Single Audit and other required financial reports Administration of banking and investment authorizations Assist with ad-hoc assignments such as internal cost allocation study, tax assessments, pension and OPEB actuarial evaluations Review and testing of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and other financial software Research and implementation of new GASB Pronouncements Must have sufficient knowledge of the following
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Deliver. The City of Encinitas is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst with exceptional organizational and technical accounting skills to join the Finance Department. This position reports to the Financial Reporting Manager and will supervise other staff accountants and technicians in the department. You will be a key contributor to the year-end audit and preparation of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as well as the preparation and review of other grant-related audits and financial reports. You will be responsible for recording investment activity, preparing investment reports, and ensuring compliance with the City's investment policy. Other duties include preparing complex journal entries, grant and account reconciliation, financial analysis, leading ad-hoc accounting related projects, and providing accounting support to all departments and Districts in the City. This is an exciting growth opportunity in the Finance Department in one of California's most vibrant coastal cities. Your Role in Finance The Senior Finance Analyst supports the detailed work of the Finance Department by performing a broad range of accounting, financial analysis, and administrative tasks. The role requires knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards, strong multitasking skills, the ability to shift priorities quickly, the ability to work efficiently in a variety of software platforms and comfort managing several projects at once. You will work both independently and collaboratively with other departments in the City. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a self-starter, who is analytical, detail oriented, organized, and an effective communicator with a passion for public service. They possess strong accounting and financial reporting skills, the ability to research and implement complex accounting standards with little supervision, perform complex data analysis, and have advanced software skills. At the Senior Finance Analyst level, candidates bring deeper experience in complex accounting standards including knowledge of accounting processes and effective internal controls. They can train and supervise accounting staff and perform high-level project or accounting policy work. Successful candidates thrive in a dynamic environment and demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities. Why You'll Love Working Here Encinitas is a scenic coastal city known for its six miles of shoreline, engaged community, and strong commitment to sustainability, recreation, and the arts. Employees enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture grounded in public service and continuous improvement. Encinitas city hall is located just blocks from the beach and near historic downtown. The City also offers excellent benefits, contributing to a positive work-life balance and long-term career satisfaction. In this role, your work will directly support financial accounting and reporting across departments for the City. Preparation and review of journal entries and supporting documentation Reconciliation of subledgers to the general ledger for various City grants Accounting of investment activity and preparing monthly and quarterly reports Prepare supporting documentation for the year end audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as well as the City's Single Audit and other required financial reports Administration of banking and investment authorizations Assist with ad-hoc assignments such as internal cost allocation study, tax assessments, pension and OPEB actuarial evaluations Review and testing of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and other financial software Research and implementation of new GASB Pronouncements Must have sufficient knowledge of the following