Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Fiscal and Operational Support Division provides support services to the Director's Offices and all Utilities divisions including: financial management of the department's two Enterprise Funds and the Special Revenue Fund, accounting, information technology, procurement, warehouse and inventory management, facilities maintenance and management, safety administration, communications, and agreements management.
The Utilities Department is seeking a well-qualified individual to fill the position of an
“Financial Analyst or Senior Financial Analyst” for their Fiscal and Operational Support Division
.
Job Description
General Functions
Responsible for performing short-term and/or long term financial and budgetary analysis for assigned area of responsibility. Duties include revenue and expenditure monitoring, developing, distributing and ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, and researching and resolving financial issues. Work is performed with independence requiring the exercise of discretion, sound judgment and initiative under the general direction of the assigned supervisor.
Representative Duties /Assignments
Financial Analyst
Specific duties will vary based on area of assignment.
- Analyzes Department and/or Division revenue and expenditure patterns and reports budget variance concerns.
- Researches and provides recommendations on complex financial issues.
- Oversees and/or participates in preparation of financial reports.
- Reviews financial reports for accuracy and resolves reporting issues.
- Reviews financial records to ensure proper documentation is being maintained.
- Assists assigned areas in the coordination of the budget process.
- Coordinates fiscal aspects of the Capital Improvement Program to include quarterly reporting, status updates, reviewing projects against accounting and other standards, and taking appropriate action as needed.
- Performs other special projects and related duties as assigned
Senior Financial Analyst
- Analyzes Department and/or Division financial and related budgetary information and makes financial decisions using the information.
- Performs complex financial calculations in evaluating financial proposals.
- Performs short- and long-term revenue and expenditure forecasts to make financial decisions.
- Assists in developing financial processes and procedures for the Department.
- Coordinates and prepares financial reports.
- Reviews financial records to ensure proper documentation is being maintained.
- Assists assigned areas in the coordination of the budget process.
- Coordinates fiscal aspects of the Capital Improvement Program to include quarterly reporting, status updates, reviewing projects against accounting and other standards, and taking appropriate action as needed.
- Performs other special projects and related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Financial Analyst
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Accounting, or Finance, or closely related field and one year experience in accounting, finance or budgeting.
Senior Financial Analyst
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Accounting or Finance, or a closely related field and three years’ experience in accounting, finance or budgeting.
Preferences
- Water, Wastewater and/or Solid Waste utilities experience
- Experience with forecasting and data analysis
Application Deadline
Open Date: 04/08/2025
Close Date: 04/13/2025
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 016 - From $26.16 to $34.01
Pay Grade: 018 - From $30.39 to $39.51
FLSA Status: Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign-on Incentive
This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:
http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
9150 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, Fl 32825
Notes
Hours: 40
Work schedule: Monday – Friday from 8:00a – 5:00p
*This position may be eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule after the probationary period is successfully completed.*
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
